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Everyone deserves the best of care.

The Dementia Centre has been improving the quality of life for people with dementia for more than 20 years.

We do this by providing research, consultancy and education informed by expertise in dementia, to people at all levels, from CEOs to family carers. We are constantly learning, reviewing the evidence base and seeking the views of people with dementia – a unique combination of research and real-life practicality. Our teams come from every discipline, our collaborations from around the globe and our results change people’s lives.

Design

Good dementia design makes a difference because people with a diagnosis of dementia are more profoundly impacted by their environment than those without. Their environment needs to tell them where they are, what they can do, and if they are okay.

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Education

Better-educated carers provide better care. Specially-tailored programs from The Dementia Centre, evidence based and grounded in real-life practical experience, provide a foundation of excellence for you and your team.

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Knowledge Hub

We collaborate on research with leaders from across the world as well as people living with dementia to provide resources that change lives. Many of our resources are free – inform your care today.

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Dementia Choices

Endorsed Dementia Choices products meet rigorous dementia-friendly standards. Products provide practical solutions for living in a complex environment for the more than 50 million people worldwide who have dementia.

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Clinical Trials

Participate in clinical trials across New South Wales and Victoria. These trials investigate the effectiveness of new drug treatments for people with early-stage dementias and other related conditions.

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Upcoming Events

Acoustic intrusions: Acoustic design in dementia care settings

TBC

Virtual

The BPSD Series: Addressing behaviours and psychological symptoms of dementia

1 January 2021 - 31 December 2021

International

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The Dementia Podcast

Tune in to The Dementia Podcast for the latest thinking, research and expertise on dementia from Prof Colm Cunningham and guests from across the globe.

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Dementia Support Australia

Help when you need it most. DSA provides 24-hour, seven-day-a-week free support anywhere in Australia to people caring for someone who is living with dementia where behaviours impact their care. Call, email or chat with us at any time.

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Latest News

New pilot project seeks participation of people with dementia who live alone

15 November 2021

The Dementia Centre has partnered with the Hunter New England and Central Coast Primary Health Network on the Smarter Safer Homes pilot project. The free three-month program is designed to support people living with dementia to continue to live safely at home.

Extensive two-year evaluation program demonstrates positive impact of Dementia Friendly Communities in Scotland

20 October 2021

HammondCare was commissioned by the Life Changes Trust in Scotland to perform an independent evaluation of its Dementia Friendly Communities (DFCs) program.

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