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01 Aug 2024... “Lewy body dementias” is an umbrella term describing two forms of dementia: dementia with Lewy bodies and Parkinson’s disease dementia. Lewy body dementias cause changes in your thinking, movement, behaviour and bodily functions. There is no known cure for the Lewy body dementias yet, but the conditions are manageable and some symptoms can be treated. Support is available.

17 Sep 2025... Dementia is a brain condition. It’s not a normal part of ageing. Learn more about what dementia is, its symptoms, diagnosis, treatment and support.    

24 Aug 2024... Frontotemporal dementia is a brain condition causing progressive damage to either or both the frontal or temporal lobes of the brain. There are four types of frontotemporal dementia: behavioural-variant frontotemporal dementia, primary progressive aphasia, semantic dementia and progressive non-fluent aphasia. The condition typically affects people between 45 and 65, with symptoms depending on which type of frontotemporal dementia is diagnosed. There is no cure for frontotemporal dementia, but therapies can help manage the condition, and some symptoms can be treated. Support is available.

01 May 2024... Finding out that you or a family member may have dementia can be overwhelming. You might have a lot of questions. There is a lot to learn but help is available. Your local doctor (GP) can help you understand what may happen next, and how to find the information and help that you, your family, or friends may need.

31 Jul 2024... Finding out that you or a family member may have dementia can be overwhelming. You might have a lot of questions.  There is a lot to learn, but help is available. Your local doctor (GP) can help you understand what may happen next, and how to find the information and help that you, your family, or friends may need.  This information sheet outlines where to find the services and supports you may need now and in the future.

23 Jun 2025... This resource gives practical steps after a dementia diagnosis. It explains medical care, medicines, check-ups, and support services. Staying active in body, mind and social life can help slow dementia. With the right care and support from family, friends and services, people with dementia can continue to live well.

01 Aug 2024... Special occasions, like birthdays or holidays, are joyful times. Sharing food and drink, gathering together and exchanging gifts are all part of the general festivities and fun. When a person is living with dementia, however, these sorts of occasions can create stress, because they’re a break from their normal routine. They may also feel anxious about celebrating in an unfamiliar or crowded environment. Here are some tips to make celebrating special occasions more enjoyable for everyone.

24 Aug 2024... Dementia changes people’s behaviour and emotions. Sometimes, people living with dementia can become agitated or aggressive. They might: get upset or cry pace or fiddle repeat themselves and talk constantly swear, scream, shout or make threats be physically violent or damage things. Agitated or aggressive behaviour is stressful for everyone. Certain situations or feelings can cause it. But there are also things you can do to reduce these behaviours.

31 Dec 2017... This Help Sheet describes what to expect in the later stages of dementia as a person with dementia becomes increasingly frail, and some issues that may be useful to consider. The English version is included in the translated resource.

30 Jun 2023... This booklet is a guide on how to stay connected to a person living with dementia in ways that are meaningful.