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11/11/2025

A must see Free Online Webinar: Supporting People with Sexualised Behaviours. Date: 20th November at 12-1pm(Sydney Daylight Saving Time) https://events.humanitix.com/supporting-people-with-sexualised-behaviours A professional colleague, who works in the Dementia and Behaviour Support space, is hosting this webinar on a subject the requires professional discussion.

A webinar led by Jessica Laker, guiding professionals on understanding sexualised behaviours in people with disabilities and how to provide effective support.

09/11/2025

The 4th most common form of dementia. Lewy Body Dementia’s is an umbrella term for a spectrum of dementias, with names such as Dementia with Lewy Bodies, or Parkinson disease dementia, Lewy Body dementia, diffused Lewy Body Dementia, Lewy Body disease, and Dementia of the Lewy Body type. Continue listening for more information.

Today this is a quick review to understand what are Lewy Body Dementia’s.In Australia a lesser-known form dementia is called Lewy Body Dementia’s. Lewy Body Dementia’s is the 4th most common form of dementia in Australia.Lewy Body Dementia’s are v...

02/11/2025

Part 3 of 4 parts that briefly review the 4 most common forms of dementia. Frontotemporal Dementia (FTD) is different to Vascular Dementia & Alzheimer’s disease. FTD is linked to brain tissue loss, the buildup of certain proteins in the brain, genetic mutations, and possible links to Traumatic Brain Injury, like concussions. Listen to learn more.

Today this is a quick review to understand what Frontotemporal Dementias are .In Australia a lesser-known form of dementia is called Frontotemporal Dementia’s.Frontotemporal Dementia’s is the 3rd most common form of dementia in Australia and Front...

26/10/2025

Part 2 of 4 parts that briefly review the 4 most common forms of dementia. Vascular dementia, as the name suggests, involves the vascular system or the blood flow system in your body, & Vascular Dementia is very different to Alzheimer's disease. Listen to learn more.

Today this is a quick review to understand what is Vascular Dementia.Vascular Dementia is very different to Alzheimer's disease. Vascular Dementia is the 2nd most common form of dementia in Australia and Vascular dementia is responsible for betwee...

19/10/2025

This is part 1 of 4 parts that briefly review the 4 most common forms of dementia. Alzheimer's disease is the most common which is responsible for between 60 – 70% of all dementia cases & is linked to 2 different & natural proteins that form tangles and plaques in the brain. Listen to learn more.

Today this is a quick review to understand what is Alzheimer's disease.The most common cause of dementia is Alzheimer's disease and Alzheimer's Disease is responsible for between 60 – 70% of all dementia cases, but that percentage can vary greatly...

13/10/2025

I have just completed this program for the 4th time. https://mooc.utas.edu.au/course/20281
Each time it gets better. The UTAS Understanding Dementia MOOC is an invaluable resource for anyone interested in dementia, whether you’re a healthcare professional, carer, student, or simply keen to learn more. The course not only informs but also inspires compassion and positive action. Cheers Tim.

Discover the Power of Understanding Dementia - Transform the way you think about dementia with this free, world-class online course from the Wicking Dementia Centre. Whether youre a carer, health professional, or simply curious, this interactive course takes you deep into the brain to explore: the s...

05/10/2025

Targeted therapy, such as Occupational, Physical and others, are critical in dementia care. However, there are barriers to accessing these vital therapies, including societal stigma, a lack of awareness within the medical community, to issues within healthcare systems. Today we look at some of these barriers.

It is well understood from research that therapies, such as Occupational Therapy, music and physical therapy, is a critical component of dementia care. Targeted therapy can improve the quality of life for your loved one with dementia and help mana...

28/09/2025

Dementia is a topic that most people wish to avoid. However, an early dementia diagnosis comes with a multitude of benefits, from accessing treatments and support, to control and a pathway to manage dementia with dignity.

Dementia is a topic that most people wish to avoid. Dementia is one of the most deeply feared medical diagnoses in modern society. This fear is not unfounded: dementia undermines the very essence of what it means to be you, eroding one’s memory, r...

22/09/2025

Yesterday I appeared in the Newscorp feature articles on dementia in Australia. Link below.

When Patrick Dare was called into his first ever HR review at the age of 54, he finally had to be honest with himself.

15/09/2025

This is pure love... This gentleman is 57yrs old living with Young On-Set Dementia. He has just moved into Palliative Care. As heart breaking as this is, it also motivates me and my colleagues to do more.

03/08/2025

Must see video – Australian leading dementia researcher Professor Henry Brodaty address to the National Press Club… Professor Brodaty AO is a researcher, clinician, policy advisor and strong advocate for people with dementia and their carers.

Professor Henry Brodaty AO, Researcher, Clinician, Policy Advisor, Addresses the National Press Club of Australia on “Australians need the ‘slip, slop, slap’...

27/07/2025

Understanding Mixed Dementia……Mixed dementia is a term used in cases where a person exhibits clear clinical features of more than one cognitive disease that causes their symptoms of dementia. This podcast is the last in this 4th series. Series 5 will begin in September 2025.

There are four main diseases that cause dementia. These are Alzheimer’s Disease, Vascular Dementia, Lewy Body Dementias and Frontotemporal Dementias, and each of these diseases are associated with hallmark symptoms and characteristics. What i...