Younger Onset Dementia is a form of Dementia diagnosed prior to the age of 65 years and according to Dementia Australia Prevalence Data there are currently and estimated 28300 people diagnosed with Younger Onset Dementia in Australia. Under 65 years is generally not a time when you would expect a dementia diagnosis and participants lives are turned upside down by the changes that occur. Families a
re often busy navigating employment, young and growing children, financial obligations, careers, and aging parents and have no experience and limited capacity to learn about available services and supports required. This page is intended to offer support, resources and information for anyone caring for someone with Younger Onset Dementia. It is a safe and caring place to share stories, information, ask questions and gain support. To this affect, should any negative or offensive posts be added, YOD Reflections reserves the right to remove them. We also respect the Facebook Community standards and support your reporting any inappropriate or abusive posts. YOD Reflections page for people caring for someone with YOD Dementia, is administered by Michelle from YOD Reflections and Kathryn from the Ella Centre. It is generally monitored from 8-4pm, Monday to Fridays and does not include Public Holidays. This publication provides a general summary only of the subject matter covered. People should seek professional advice and the views expressed on this page are also contributed by participants and may not reflect the values and beliefs of the administrators. Websites
The Ella Centre - https://www.ella.org.au/
YOD Reflections - https://yodreflections.com.au/
