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  COVID-19 has been a difficult period for all of us, but for those living with dementia and their loved ones, the pandemic has thrown up unique and unprecedented challenges. At this week’s webinar titled ‘Caring for people with dementia during COVID-19 restrictions’,  hosted by the Older Persons Advocacy Network, leading experts shared their advice... Read More

The importance of person-centered dementia care has been brought into even sharper focus by the ongoing impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic. Addressing the issue, Prof Dawn Brooker, Director of the University of Worcester Association for Dementia Studies UK, will present on the topic, at Dementia Australia's National Symposium Series next week. Read More

In a bid to improve dementia care within the aged care sector, a new textbook for aged care workers outlines the different non-pharmacological interventions that are the best practice response to manage dementia symptoms rather than medication and restraint for people with dementia. Read More