Aromatherapy has been found to be effective in helping with the agitation, anxiety and irritability that often occurs in people with Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia.
Jeano Dib, Lifestyle Assistant and Dementia Liaison at Regis Aged Care facility in Blackburn, Victoria had a change of career when she realised she wanted to help older people and fell in love with helping patients living with dementia.
Read More
Around 65% of Australians living with dementia reside in the community, so home care can be an important part of continuing to lead a fulfilling life.
Read More
A new toolkit has been developed for aged care workers to help them initiate difficult end of life conversations with aged care residents and clients living with dementia to better assess their needs and wishes.
Read More
5