Dementia
HelloCare share stories about Dementia to offer guidance and support to those who are living with dementia, and to those who care for others living with dementia. We encourage you to share these stories.
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Dementia is no longer hidden, but families say stigma remains

For decades, dementia was something many families kept private. Today, more Australians are willing to talk about it, but that does not always mean they know how to interact with someone living with dementia. Three families share their experiences on World Alzheimer's Day. Read More

Menopause, hormone therapy and dementia: What new research found

A new study followed 183,000 postmenopausal women for over a decade to answer a question doctors have debated for years: does hormone therapy affect dementia risk? The answer isn't simple, and it depends a lot on who you are. Read More

The long shadow: how childhood trauma may shape the ageing brain

Did you know people who experienced trauma as children face a 76% higher risk of developing dementia later in life? New research is starting to explain why, and it centres on a surprising part of the brain. Read More
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