Alzheimer’s Australia NSW will host a free-of-charge education and awareness session in Taree , to assist families and friends caring for a person with dementia.
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The free workshop, which has been specifically designed to provide a greater understanding of dementia and its impact, will take place on Tuesday, August 1 between 9.30am and 2pm at Club Taree, 121 Wingham Road Taree, with a light lunch provided.
The session will provide information to assist with more effective communication and will also provide links to support services in the local area.
Attendees will be given fundamental information about dementia, its causes and symptoms, and its impact on the person with the diagnosis, and will also learn strategies for communication and engagement.
Alzheimer’s Australia NSW CEO The Hon. John Watkins said family carers play a vital role in supporting people living with dementia in the community.
“As the prevalence of dementia continues to increase rapidly, it has never been more important that family carers supporting people living with the disease are given the information and support necessary to enable them to provide the best care possible,” Mr Watkins said.
An estimated 413,000 people have dementia in Australia. This number is projected to reach more than 1.1 million in 40 years.
In the Myall Lakes state electorate there is estimated to be 2300 people living with dementia, which is expected to increase to an estimated 2850 people by 2025 and 4700 by 2056.
Bookings are essential for catering purposes. To register, call 6584 7444, or email NSW.MidNorthCoast@alzheimers.org.au
This program is supported by financial assistance from the federal and state governments .
Alzheimer’s Australia NSW is the charity for people with dementia and their families and carers. As the peak body, it provides advocacy, support services, education and information.
National Dementia Helpline: 1800 100 500. An interpreter service is available
Dementia is a National Health Priority Area www.fightdementia.org.au.