Dementia Australia supports Leongatha

Are you concerned about your memory or worried that someone you know may have dementia?

Dementia Australia is offering support in Leongatha on 11 April 2023.

It is estimated there are more than 104,000 people living with dementia in Victoria.

Without a medical breakthrough this number is expected to increase to almost 230,000 people living with dementia by 2058.

The Dementia Australia session is an opportunity for people living with dementia, their carers, family, and friends to attend free education and to discuss the support and services Dementia Australia can provide.

Please note, bookings are essential.

Event information: Worried About Your Memory? This session provides information on memory and common changes that may occur with ageing.

It provides information on when to seek help about your concerns and the support and services provided by Dementia Australia.

Attendees will gain knowledge in the difference between ageing and dementia, how the brain and memory functions and general principles of maintaining brain health.

• Tuesday 11 April 1pm-2:30pm at Dakers Centre, 23 Smith Street, Leongatha Bookings are essential. Please contact Karen on 0408 654 734 for details and to register.

You can also call the National Dementia Helpline to register for this course on 1800 100 500.

The National Dementia Helpline is available 24 hours a day, seven days a week.

Dementia Australia is the source of trusted information, education and services for the estimated more than 400,000 Australians living with dementia, and the more than 1.5 million people involved in their care. We advocate for positive change and support vital research.

For support, please contact the National Dementia Helpline on 1800 100 500.

An interpreter service is available.

The National Dementia Helpline is funded by the Australian Government. People looking for information can also visit dementia.org.au