Dementia programs are a staple in art galleries in Australia and elsewhere. New research highlights the benefits they can bring.
Having an honest conversation with a loved one where you can express your concerns about things that you have noticed is key. Then you can offer your help – if they admit it is needed
The royal commission has singled out the misuse of chemical restraints as a top priority in aged care reform.
Australians are living longer than ever while also staying fitter and healthier. What does that mean for how we conceptualise older age?
Professor Frederic Meunier watched his grandmother die of Alzheimer’s disease. Now he leads a team of Queensland researchers edging towards a possible new treatment.
The rising incidence of dementia in Australia needs to be matched by an increased awareness among town planners about making public spaces comfortable for people living with the condition.
A battery-operated cat that meows. A toy seal that wags its flipper. These are among the"companion animals"bringing out the best in people suffering from dementia.
The disease is not a normal part of ageing and there is hope for those who remain active and socially engaged.
It's hoped a research trial of simple activity kits will drastically improve outcomes for dementia patients who visit a hospital emergency department.
Treat this as a wake-up call,seek expert advice and get your affairs in order as a matter of urgency
Dementia is not a normal part of the ageing process. But the harsh reality is that it is becoming a more common part.