Australian Dementia Research Forum

21/05/2025

Lilly is proud to be a diamond sponsor of the 2025 Australian Dementia Research Forum. Were pleased to have Lilly as a sponsor, helping us in advancing the science and caring for people with dementia. Eli Lilly and Company

Register today # https://buff.ly/zEe7YLy

13/05/2025

With dementia affecting thousands of Australians and their families every year funds a range of initiatives, programs and support services.
These include:

◼the National Dementia Helpline (1800 100 500)
◼education, resources, and foundational supports for people with dementia and their carers and representatives
◼help for people experiencing severe dementia symptoms
◼programs to make communities more dementia friendly
◼free training for health and aged care workers in dementia care ams and services for people living with dementia and those who care for them.
◼ research to improve outcomes for people living with dementia To read more about what the department is doing to support people living with dementia, visit 💻 www.health.gov.au/dementia

04/05/2025

After the immense success of last year, EMCRs are invited to join this interactive workshop held as part of the Australian Dementia Research Forum about the current opportunities available for researchers in Australia. Experienced researchers in the field will lead group discussions about the steps you can take to establish and develop capacity in the field.

Registration is essential and will close 16 May.
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02/05/2025

We're pleased to have Eli Lilly and Company as a diamond sponsor at the Australian Dementia Research Forum 2025. Together, ADNeT and Lilly are committed to advancing the science in Alzheimer's disease.
Register for the Forum today. Registration CLOSES 16 May!
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30/04/2025

The Lions Alzheimer's Foundation supports research into the causes, diagnosis, prevention & treatment of Alzheimer’s Disease (AD) & promotes public awareness and knowledge of AD. It raises funds led by the renowned Professor Ralph Martins, together with Macquarie University and Edith Cowan University (ECU). https://lionsalzheimersfoundation.com.au/

30/04/2025

Association have released the 2025 report on Alzheimer's disease facts and figures in America. It is a comprehensive overview of prevalence, types of dementia, modifiable risk factors, and impact on caregivers. Read it ➡️ https://buff.ly/fefUT1q

28/04/2025

is a Platinum Sponsor for the Australian Dementia Research Forum 2025. 🌟

The department invests in a range of dementia initiatives including research, support programs to enhance dementia care, and training for the health and aged care workforce.

🙋‍♀️ Make sure to visit the department in the exhibition space at the forum and learn more about what it is doing to support people living with dementia, and those who care for them.

To read more, visit 💻 www.health.gov/dementia

24/04/2025

Did you know that while most cases of dementia are diagnosed in older adults, about 7% of cases occur in people under 65. This number may be even higher as young-onset dementia continues to be under-recognised. Read more about why young-onset dementia is often missed ➡️ https://buff.ly/cLEkxur

02/04/2025

Read the latest updates on the Australian Dementia Research Forum 2025. ➡️ bit.ly/4iWpsCQ Find our more about Continuing Professional Development, award nominations and our Symposium program topics.

28/03/2025

An increasing number of young Australians are becoming caregivers for family members with dementia, a role that presents distinct emotional and financial challenges.This trend underscores the urgent need for enhanced support systems and resources to assist these young caregivers in managing their responsibilities effectively. "Investing in young dementia carers is not just a moral imperative – it’s a crucial step toward a sustainable, compassionate care system for the future." Read more ➡️

Caring for a loved one with dementia, particularly if they’re a parent, takes a unique emotional toll on a young person. They need better support.

09/03/2025

This week is Brain Awareness week & Uni of New South Wales' Centre for Healthy Brain and Ageing will be teaming up with the Brain Foundation to encourage proactive approaches to brain health with a series of webinars. Find out more & register

HEIDI DOUGLASS | h.douglass@unsw.edu.au The Centre for Healthy Brain Ageing (CHeBA) has joined forces with the Brain Foundation in this year’s Brain Awareness Week, by calling for improved action to address one of the biggest public health issues in Australia: the growing burden of neurological d...

06/03/2025

Time to head to the bookshop or make some time to read that long-overdue book! A new study has shown that people who consistently engage in maths and reading – whether at work or in daily life – showed no significant decline in cognitive ability over time. READ more here ➡️