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A new resident rabbit has hopped its way into Bethanie Kingsley aged care home, bringing joy and laughter to all the residents.  The new resident rabbit, named Willow, was donated by Bethanie Chaplain Annelize Jensen, who wanted to surprise the residents over Christmas, particularly one resident who was struggling to come out of her bedroom,... Read More

By Leah Bisiani MHlthSc/Dip Bus/Dementia and Aged Care Consultant/RN.1. This is part 3 in a series of 5 articles. Please ensure you have read Parts 1 and 2 to appreciate this information in context. The loss of joyfulness When we anticipate or experience joy, it delivers intense warmth and pleasure, of which we hold close.  This pleasure stimulates... Read More

The need to address the loneliness and isolation experienced by people impacted by dementia has been brought in to sharp focus by the COVID-19 pandemic, according to a discussion paper released by Dementia Australia today. Federal parliamentarians, government officials, key stakeholders and dementia advocates will today convene online with the Parliamentary Friends of Dementia to... Read More