Alzheimer’s disease is one of the most significant health challenges of our time, with the potential to impact millions of Australians and place a substantial strain on our health and aged care systems. This report proposes seven recommendations to achieve a future where Australians with Alzheimer’s disease live with dignity, supported by compassionate and comprehensive care. 

Alzheimer’s disease encompasses both mild cognitive impairment (MCI), an early stage where symptoms are less severe, and dementia, which is more advanced and marked by significant cognitive decline.

Despite the challenge ahead, the emergence of new diagnostic technologies and disease modifying treatments, along with increasing evidence on prevention, early diagnosis and dementia management are promising developments. Embracing this new paradigm alongside the anticipated National Dementia Action Plan and the recently announced new Aged Care Act, Australia has the opportunity to transform how Alzheimer’s disease is approached, making improved quality of life a more attainable goal.

To better understand the challenges faced by those affected, Evohealth collaborated with an expert advisory committee of clinicians, research leaders, and patient advocates in Alzheimer’s disease and dementia to author this report.