Living with dementia
Dementia Action Week
21-27 September
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.
Young onset dementia
If you're under 65 when you're diagnosed with dementia, your experience and needs can be very different.
Dementia Australia is here for you. Visit our young onset section to find information, advice and support tailored for you.
What next? After your diagnosisWhen you get a diagnosis of dementia, it can be hard to know what to do. Here's some advice on where to start.
Planning aheadAs your dementia progresses, you may no longer be able to make decisions on your own. These are some key considerations and documents to help you plan for the future.
Mood and behaviour changesDementia can change the way someone feels and behaves. Learn about the causes of mood and behaviour changes and what you can do to help.
Care optionsThere are many different ways to care for someone with dementia. Learn about your options, and how to explore them.
Home lifeDementia can affect almost every aspect of everyday life. But there are things you can do to make home life safer and easier, so you can keep living the best life you can.
Staying connectedHow to stay social and mobile: relationships, communicating, staying in touch and going places.
Staying healthyTaking care of your health helps you live the best life you can with dementia. Find out how you can stay healthy, and how it helps.
For family, friends and carersCaring for someone with dementia can be rewarding, but it can also be challenging. Find information, advice and support specifically designed for you.
Later stages and end of lifeInformation and advice about the later stages of dementia, end of life and beyond.
Personal storiesWatch and read the stories of people who've had experience of dementia.
Hold the Moment
A podcast by people living with dementia
