Dementia Action Week
21 - 27 September, 2026
Dementia is Australia’s leading cause of death, but it’s not talked about nearly enough. This Dementia Action Week, we’re asking every Australian to help change that, one conversation at a time.
It’s time to talk about dementia
Almost half a million Australians are living with dementia today and over 1.7 million people are involved in their care.
But we don’t talk about it enough, It can feel too hard to raise. We worry about saying the wrong thing. And it’s often wrongly seen as just a part of getting older.
But silence has a cost - delayed diagnoses and treatment, carers who feel isolated, and people who never learn that help is here.
When we talk about dementia, we can:
- Improve support and services for Australians
- Improve understanding of dementia
- Reduce stigma and discrimination
Why it's time to talk
A national conversation about dementia is made up of thousands of smaller ones - in GP clinics, workplaces, community halls and family homes. Every conversation can tell someone it’s safe to speak up, that they’re not alone, and connects them to support they didn't know exists.
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About the theme
Dementia Australia acknowledges the support of the Australian Government for this initiative.