Alzheimer's disease is the most common form of dementia, a group of disorders that impairs mental functioning. Every 68 seconds, someone develops Alzheimer's disease. Known as a family disease, because the chronic stress of watching a loved one slowly decline affects everyone, Alzheimer's can be extremely impactful. Simple changes to your everyday life can protect the brain, body and heart and can help reduce the risk of developing dementia. Visit yourbrainmatters.org.au for more information.

In Australia more than 436,000 Australians are living with dementia, with an estimated 250 people with dementia joining the population each day which is estimated to increase to almost 1.1 million in 2056 in Australia if there is no medical breakthrough. To find out more about dementia and caring for your loved one with dementia, download our Dementia Guide.

Dementia Action Week / 16–22 September 2019

Formerly Dementia Awareness Month, this year Dementia Australia is bringing you Dementia Action Week from the 16 to 22 September to include World Alzheimer's Day on the 21 September.

The theme for Dementia Action Week is "Dementia doesn't discriminate. Do you?" Dementia Australia are inviting the community to join in a conversation about discrimination and dementia.

If your loved is in need of home care and you need support to do that, call Right at Home for information on how this can be achieved. As the experts in Home Care, we have the information and skill needed to support varying home care situations to deliver the most suitable in-home care and assistance. Right at Home is the trusted name in home care, help and assistance for seniors and adults living with a disability..

Founded in 1995, Right at Home offers in-home companionship and personal care, and assistance to seniors and adults living with a disability who want to continue to live independently or age in their home. Right at Home is your local expert for issues related to caring for your loved ones, and is dedicated to keeping you informed about home care. With no admin or subscription fees Right at Home allows you to get more care from your package or budget.

Right at Home is a 'My Aged Care' government approved, home care provider for levels 1 – 4 and offers flexible in-home care services such as nursing care, after hospital care, post-operative care, respite care, dementia and Alzheimer's care. Right at Home also offers assistance with daily living such as grooming, hygiene, transport, shopping, meal prep, domestic services and social support, so your loved one can enjoy a more independent, vibrant life. Our nurses and caregivers are screened, highly trained and insured prior to entering your home so you can trust us with the caregiving while you focus on your loved one.

To find out more, please give us a call on 1300 363 802 or visit our website.