This booklet is specifically designed for and by Indigenous people to confront the issues of dementia with knowledge and dignity.

With the rapid increase in prevalence of dementia internationally and in Australia, there is a need to identify issues for people living with dementia and their carers. There is a high economic impact on families, carers and communities, and an associated stigma and social exclusion. A changed approach is required from government, providers of care...

The purpose of this report is to raise awareness of dementia as a public health priority, to articulate a public health approach and to advocate for action at international and national levels.

The aim of this report is to provide the evidence base for evaluating the level of expenditure by the National Health and Medical Research Council (NHMRC) on research funding (including research, people support and infrastructure) related to dementia, in comparison to research funding for other areas of chronic disease.

The Department of Health and Ageing (DoHA) commissioned Alzheimer’s Australia to conduct a series of consumer consultations in response to the Productivity Commission’s report Caring for older Australians. Sixteen consultations were held nationwide, as well as an online survey for those unable to attend. Approximately 1000 people attended the consultation and 200 responses were received...