National Dementia Congress

The number of Australians suffering from dementia is predicted to climb from the current rate of 245,000 to 1.13 million by 2050. Australia is the only country in the world to address the enormous costs associated with this rise, as well as the importance of improved outcomes for dementia sufferers, by making the disease a National Health Priority.

Learn the latest information on these vital assessments at the Congress from top government decision makers. The conference will also give you the opportunity to delve into the most up-to-date findings on crucial quality of care issues with leading aged care, dementia care and mental health clinicians.

Featuring key contributions from:

• Glenn Rees, Alzheimer's Australia
• Diane Calleja, Service Development, Aged Care Branch, Victorian Government Department of Health
• Graham Kraak, Queensland Health
• David Caudrey, Office for the Ageing - Department of Families & Communities South Australia
• Prof Andrew Robinson, Professor of Aged Care Nursing, School Of Nursing and Midwifery, Co-Director, Wicking Dementia Research and Education Centre, Menzies Research Institute, and Associate Dean (Research), Faculty of Health  Sciences, University of Tasmania
• John Price, Alzheimer's Victoria
• Jane Verity, Dementia Care Australia
• David Ames, National Ageing Research Institute
• Professor Stephen Gibson, Australian Pain Society & National Ageing Research Institute
• Nicola Lautenschlager, University of Melbourne & St. Vincent's Aged Mental Health Service
• Dr Rachel Kingsbury, Dementia Behaviour Management Advisory Service (DBMAS) Vic
• Keith Hill, LaTrobe University
• Professor Bev O'Connell RN, Deakin University
• Virginia Moore, Brightwater Group
• Margaret Winbolt RN, Australian Centre for Evidence-Based Aged Care (ACEBAC)
• Dr Eneida Mioshi, FRONTIER Frontotemporal Dementia Research Group & Prince of Wales Medical Research Institute (POWMRI)

Supported by

Carers Australia is the national peak body representing those Australians who provide unpaid care and support to family members and friends with a disability, mental illness or disorder, chronic condition, terminal illness or who are frail. Carers Australia works with a network of carers associations in each state and territory to improve the lives of carers. Together, they provide important services like counselling, advice, and education and training. They also promote the recognition and needs of carers to governments, businesses and the wider public.

Carers Australia believes all carers, regardless of their cultural and linguistic differences, age, disability, religion, socioeconomic status, gender identification and geographical location should have the same rights, choices and opportunities as other Australians. They should be able to enjoy optimum health, social and economic wellbeing and participate in family, social and community life, employment and education.

For information and support, contact your nearest carers association on Freecall™ 1800 242 636 or visit www.carersaustralia.com.au.

   

Recently awarded the 2009 IAHSA Excellence in Ageing Services award, Dementia Care Australia has grown to become an internationally recognised authority on the social and emotional care of people with dementia. Founded by Jane Vertiy, DCA offers a unique approach, with a range of products and services. Our mission is to ignite the Spark of Life in people with dementia and those who care for them. Visit our website to learn more.

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Australian Ageing Agenda - the magazine

Australian Ageing Agenda is an independent and authoritative bi-monthly publication for the aged care and retirement sectors in Australia. It provides a broad range of news, discussion and opinion with an emphasis on research and analysis that challenge current ideas and encourage innovative thinking.

Australian Ageing Agenda - online

Complementing the magazine is www.australianageingagenda.com.au which has set a new benchmark in online media for aged care and retirement living. Updated daily, the website is an interactive information hub for the sector, giving users access to breaking news, conference details, employment opportunities and useful links.
 

INsite Newspaper's independent and informative editorial serves as the voice of Australia's rapidly expanding aged care industry from the CEO to the volunteer. Editorial integrity and industry relevance are assured through INsite's advisory group, comprising of key industry leaders. Regular sections include Nutrition, Education & Training, Management, Finance, Building and Refurbishment. Subscribe online today at www.insitenewspaper.com.au!

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