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$2.6 million funding round to drive dementia research
The Dementia Australia Research Foundation has opened its Grant Program offering $2.6 million to fund 12 innovative research projects. The funding supports groundbreaking work across dementia prevention, diagnosis, treatment, and everyday care. This initiative aims to foster emerging ideas and provide vital progress for individuals living with dementia and their care partners.
Dementia Essentials: CHCAGE011 Provide support to people living with dementia
This fully online course is designed for aged care, health care, and community service workers to build essential skills in person-centred care. Participants engage with case studies and modules to understand the nature and progression of dementia, earning 20 CPD points upon completion.
Dementia Training Australia offers this specialised online course to help first responders better support individuals living with dementia during emergency situations. The training provides practical strategies and knowledge to improve interactions and care outcomes in high-pressure environments.
Dementia in General Practice: From Recognition to Diagnosis
This four-part learning series is specifically designed for General Practitioners and Registrars to enhance their skills in identifying and diagnosing dementia. The course provides practical frameworks to support accurate diagnosis and person-centred care across Australia.
Dementia Training Australia provides a dedicated resource page for the Delirium Action Plan. This tool is designed to assist care providers in identifying and managing delirium, which is a critical component of comprehensive dementia care.
This free, 100% online course is designed for care partners, coordinators, and case managers supporting people living with dementia in the community. It focuses on independence and enablement, providing practical strategies for those working in community settings.
This free, foundational online course is designed to help care workers better understand and support individuals experiencing dementia-related changed behaviour. The course provides practical skills and strategies suitable for all care settings and offers a certificate upon completion.
This self-paced online course helps carers and professionals identify and address issues related to wandering. It provides practical strategies for supporting people living with dementia in the community.
Dementia Training Australia has introduced REMIplay™, a free, interactive mobile app designed to support carers. The app uses game-based learning to help users build confidence and practical skills for supporting people living with dementia.
This introductory online course provides easily accessible dementia care education specifically for volunteers. It is designed to support those who assist people living with dementia or experiencing memory and thinking problems in residential, acute, or respite care environments.
Dementia Training Australia offers a continuously updated suite of free online educational modules designed for individuals and organisations. These modules cover essential topics including understanding changed behaviours, creating supportive environments, and recognising pain, providing valuable practical knowledge for carers and health professionals.
This free online course from Dementia Training Australia provides practical strategies for care workers to address common nutritional challenges. It aims to improve the nutritional health and overall mealtime experience for individuals living with dementia.
Video: Resources to Support the Care of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People Living with Dementia
Dementia Training Australia has released a recorded guest lecture presentation outlining dedicated tools and resources to support culturally safe dementia care. This resource is designed to help care workers and families support Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people living with dementia with respect and practical understanding.
Dementia education pathways to inspire future leaders in aged care
Dementia Australia launched four leadership and practice change education programs tailored for aged and community care workers. Led by a fully funded Certificate IV in Dementia Practice, the offerings provide structured pathways to build practical leadership skills and enhance dementia care delivery.
The Australian Government has released new learning modules to help aged care workers and volunteers understand the changes introduced by the new Aged Care Act. These free resources cover essential topics including cultural awareness, mental health, and palliative care to support high-quality care delivery.
The National Dementia Action Plan 2024–2034 serves as Australia’s primary policy framework to improve the lives of people living with dementia and their families. It outlines a vision for the next decade, guiding collaborative actions between Australian, state, and territory governments to better integrate dementia services and care systems.
The Australian Government has launched a new campaign to help Australians understand their personal dementia risk and make early lifestyle changes. This initiative is informed by leading dementia experts and research from the 2024 Lancet Commission, highlighting that nearly half of all dementia cases may be preventable.
Improving respite care for people living with dementia and their carers
This government program supports families and carers by providing access to dementia-specific respite services and enhanced training for care workers. It includes the Dementia Respite Education and Mentoring (DREAM) project, which offers innovative coaching and a community of practice for aged care providers.
The Specialist Dementia Care Program provides person-centred care for individuals living with very severe dementia complicated by physical aggression or other behaviours. This government-funded initiative supports those whose residential care facilities or current carers are unable to manage these complex behaviours, aiming to improve quality of life through specialist services.
The Australian Government has released an update to Module 3 of the new Aged Care Act eLearning series. This resource is designed to help aged care providers and workers better embed rights-based care into their daily practice.
The Australian Government provides a comprehensive overview of dementia initiatives, including access to a free online brain health check. The page highlights key support services such as Dementia Australia, Dementia Support Australia, and Dementia Training Australia for those seeking care and professional development.
The Department of Health, Disability and Ageing has detailed national initiatives supporting Australians impacted by dementia, including the 10-year National Dementia Action Plan framework. These government-funded programs focus on early diagnosis, carer respite, and ensuring people living with dementia can stay supported in their communities longer.
The Australian Government Department of Health, Disability and Ageing funds the national Dementia Training Program to upskill the health and aged care workforce. The program provides free accredited training for eligible care workers, tailored onsite environmental audits, and leadership frameworks across care settings.
Dementia Australia has released new insights into the specific needs of male carers, highlighting their preference for practical, task-focused support. The organisation offers a free pre-recorded webinar and a dedicated toolkit for health professionals to better assist men in the caring role.
This story highlights the experiences of families navigating younger onset dementia and the vital support available through Dementia Australia. It encourages those affected to reach out to the National Dementia Helpline for expert advice and to explore resources like the Young Onset Dementia Guide.
Dementia Training Australia offers tailored training programs commissioned to meet the specific needs of aged care facilities, hospitals, and community organisations. These services include guided consultations to identify staff training gaps and provide customised learning pathways to help meet Aged Care Quality Standards.
Dementia training for aged care workers key to quality care
Dementia Australia highlights the importance of specialized training, such as the Certificate IV in Dementia Practice, for aged care professionals. This fully funded 12-month online course helps staff develop practical skills to support the independence and dignity of people living with dementia.
Hannah and Rachel Finding hope in the face of childhood dementia
This article shares the personal story of Hannah and Rachel as they navigate the challenges of childhood dementia. It highlights their journey in finding hope and support while living with this condition.
The Dementia Enablement Toolkit: Allied Health Approaches
This resource provides practical tools and strategies for allied health professionals to support enablement in dementia care. It is designed to help clinicians improve the quality of life and independence of people living with dementia through evidence-based approaches.
Dementia Australia welcomes extension of Commonwealth Home Support Program
Dementia Australia has welcomed the Australian Government's decision to extend the Commonwealth Home Support Program until 30 June 2029. This extension provides essential stability for older Australians and their carers who rely on these services to remain living independently in their own homes.
New research says we are not talking about dementia enough
New research highlights that many people with a personal connection to dementia continue to experience stigma, exclusion, and unequal treatment. Dementia Australia encourages open conversations to help dismantle these barriers and foster a more inclusive, dementia-friendly society.
Introducing REMIplay™ Game-Based Learning for Dementia Care
Dementia Training Australia has introduced REMIplay™, an innovative game-based learning tool designed to enhance dementia care education. This resource aims to provide interactive and engaging training for the Australian workforce supporting people living with dementia.
Dementia Australia Sax Institute form research partnership
Dementia Australia and the Sax Institute have partnered to create a new research platform using 20 years of data from the 45 and Up Study. This tool provides researchers with secure access to a massive longitudinal dataset to better investigate dementia risk factors and health outcomes.
Dementia Training Australia offers the REMIplay™ platform, an innovative game-based learning tool designed to support dementia care education. This initiative provides interactive resources to help the workforce develop skills in a practical and engaging environment.
Hannah and Rachel: Finding hope in the face of childhood dementia
This story highlights the personal journey of Hannah and Rachel as they navigate the challenges of childhood dementia. It offers a perspective on finding hope and support while living with a rare and complex condition.
New figures show dementia prevalence to almost double over 30 years
Updated prevalence figures released by Dementia Australia highlight that the number of Australians living with dementia is projected to almost double in the next three decades. The organisation stresses the growing demand for dedicated support services and urges families to connect with the National Dementia Helpline for early guidance.
Dementia Australia welcomes $200 million investment in dementia care, keen to work through detail of NDIS changes
Dementia Australia has welcomed a $200 million government investment into dementia care, including new residential care places and specialist support units. The peak body emphasised the need for affordable personal care services and fair access under NDIS reforms, especially for people living with younger onset dementia.
New project puts lived experience at the heart of dementia education
A new educational initiative at the Wicking Centre is reshaping healthcare training by placing the personal stories and voices of people living with dementia at the core of the curriculum. The project helps future health professionals develop deeper empathy, practical skills, and person-centred care approaches. It reflects a growing dedication to embedding real-life perspectives directly into clinical learning.
The Wicking Dementia Research and Education Centre highlights the transformative impact of intergenerational giving on education and research initiatives. The piece shares insights into how donor community support drives progress in understanding dementia care and practice.
Dementia Australia welcomes commitment to dementia education and inclusive communities in Tasmania
The Tasmanian Government has announced funding to roll out Dementia Australia education and training programs for hospital staff and community nurses across four major hospitals. The initiative aims to equip healthcare professionals with practical tools and knowledge to better support individuals living with dementia and their families.
Knowledge doesn't just inform care — it transforms it. Every thing you learn about dementia, every framework you understand, every skill you build, translates directly into better moments for the person in front of you. That is why education in aged care is not optional. It is the most powerful act of care we have.
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