A legendary rugby player has cited the fear and anxiety that has come into his life among the reasons for urging the Australian government to fund support services and education about chronic traumatic encephalopathy (CTE). trib.al/mKJS2CH

Rugby league legend Wally Lewis has called for the federal government to fund programs that support those living with CTE after he opened up about living with CTE due to repeated head injuries sustained during his career.

The King joined us to tell us all about it.

Sally Lambourne and Bobby Redman presenting at ADI #adi2024 about the genuine involvement of people with a living experience of dementia at Dementia Australia

🙌“Co-design is not about coming to co-designers with a plan- it’s about getting to the goal together” - Bobby 🙌

Dementia Australia Ambassador & #rugbyleague legend, Wally Lewis, will speak to National Press Club tomorrow, Tuesday 23 April about his experience living with probable #CTE & his hopes for what federal funding could achieve for the community.

📺Watch at 12.30pm AEST on ABC News 24.

A panel discussion on the importance of post-diagnostic care Australian Dementia Research Forum 2024 will hear from Dementia Australia Executive Director Services, Advocacy & Research Dr Kaele Stokes and two DA Dementia Advocates who will share their experiences. Register today! ➡️ buff.ly/3VOy7i1

Caring for someone living with dementia can often be challenging, but it can help to speak with others in a similar situation.
Call the National Dementia Helpline on 1800 100 500 for advice or to be connected to education sessions and carer support programs. #100ReasonsToCall

Watch Dementia Australia Honorary Medical Advisor Prof Amy Brodtmann MBBS, FRACP, PhD in an on-demand webinar about frontotemporal dementia, discussing the symptoms, strategies, and support available for those impacted by FTD.

Watch now at youtu.be/sD0XpAJ1s0o?si…

You do not have to do this alone. Dementia Australia offers a wide range of support services for carers, including carer support groups. To join a carer support group or for more information, call the National Dementia Helpline on 1800 100 500.

Dementia Australia Research Foundation is marking 25 years of supporting Australia’s best emerging researchers with the release of its More than a Cure: 25 Years of Impact report.

Read the report here: dementia.org.au/more-cure-25-y…

He was a hero in the days when head knocks were simply part of playing footy. Now Wally Lewis and partner Lynda Adams are revealing the impact of the brain disorder, CTE, on his daily life: bit.ly/43YZF6v

Dementia Australia Ambassador Takaya Honda appreciated the aged care workers who understood his Mum's experience of living with dementia.

Workers looking to develop their dementia-specific skills can download the free Ask Annie app here: dementialearning.org.au/technology/ask…

When a person who has already been diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease later experiences symptoms of dementia, they may be given a diagnosis of Parkinson’s disease dementia, a type of Lewy body disease.

Want to know more? Call the National Dementia Helpline on 1800 100 500.

Do you or your employees provide support to people living with dementia in a professional capacity?

Build your team’s expertise or upskill yourself with this fully-funded, nationally recognised Dementia Essentials course.

Details at:  dementia.org.au/professionals/…

Today is Eid al-Fitr, marking the end of the month of Ramadan. Eid is a time for celebration with family and loved ones.

For tips on how to make your celebrations dementia-friendly visit dementia.org.au/news/five-tips…

Researchers will explore how the gut microbiome may be the key to early diagnosis and development of treatments for Alzheimer’s disease thanks to a major grant from the Dementia Australia Research Foundation.

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“In hindsight, I regret not reaching out earlier. I only sought help when my Mum’s specialist suggested it when we were considering if it was time for her to move into residential care.”
Dementia Australia is here for you. Call the National Dementia Helpline on 1800 100 500.

This Sunday is World Health Day and we would like to acknowledge it by shining a light on the importance of being brain healthy.

Being brain healthy is relevant at any age, whether you are young, old, or in between. To learn more visit dementia.org.au/get-support/na…

Explaining dementia to young children can be challenging, but the Dementia Australia Library has a variety of books for children of all ages. Visit our library guide at dementia-org.libguides.com/children-and-d…

Dementia Australia Ambassador and #rugbyleague legend, Wally Lewis AM, will speak to National Press Club about his experience living with probable #CTE and hopes for what federal funding could achieve for the community.

📅Tuesday 23 April 2024
⏰12.30pm
📺Watch on ABC News 24

The early signs of #dementia are subtle and may not be immediately obvious. Symptoms can vary from person to person. If you think you or a loved one are experiencing symptoms of dementia, we’re here to help.

Call us anytime on 1800 100 500 or visit dementia.org.au/helpline