Dementia
Discussion paper
'People in the community’ are the challenge and the solution: towards a dementia-friendly future
Dementia is one of the most significant health and social challenges facing Australia and the world. It is the second leading cause of death in Australia and the leading cause of disease burden among Australians aged 65 and over, and remains one of the most challenging and misunderstood conditions. This report reflects the ongoing realities...
Report
Dementia in Australia 2024
This report provides a comprehensive picture of dementia in Australia, including the latest statistics on dementia prevalence, burden of disease, deaths, expenditure, as well as the use of health and aged care services among people with dementia and information on carers of people with dementia.
Discussion paper
I believe in the magic of it: creative arts engagement, wellbeing and dementia
This discussion paper explores how engaging people living with dementia in the creative arts can improve their wellbeing.
Position paper
Dementia and access to voluntary assisted dying
Dementia Australia supports the right of every person, including those living with dementia, to exercise choice over end-of-life care options, which may include Voluntary Assisted Dying legislation measures.
Report
Diversity, dignity, equity and best practice: a framework for supported decision-making
This research aims to understand the significance of supported decision-making to the lives of people with cognitive disabilities, identify its essential elements common to anyone with cognitive disabilities in any context, and locate key implementation issues.