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Are you concerned about your memory or worried that someone you know may have dementia? Dementia Australia is offering support in Limestone Coast between 18 September and 17 October.<\/p>\n

It is estimated there are around 34,170 people living with all forms of dementia in South Australia. Without a medical breakthrough this number is expected to increase to more than 55,600 people living with dementia by 2054.<\/p>\n

The Dementia Australia sessions are an opportunity for people living with dementia, their carers, family, and friends to attend free education to better understand dementia and to discuss the support and services Dementia Australia can provide. Please note, bookings are essential.<\/p>\n

Worried About Your Memory?<\/strong><\/p>\n

This session provides information on memory and common changes that may occur with ageing. It provides strategies for improving memory, when to seek help about your concerns and services provided by Dementia Australia.<\/p>\n

\u2022 Wednesday 18 September, 10am-12pm ACST at Robe<\/p>\n

\u2022 Thursday 26 September, 10am-12pm ACST at Lucindale<\/p>\n

\u2022 Thursday 17 October, 10am-12pm ACDT at Naracoorte<\/p>\n

Understanding Dementia<\/strong><\/p>\n

This session provides an introduction to dementia including an overview of different types of dementia, diagnosis, planning ahead and how to support someone living with dementia.<\/p>\n

\u2022 Wednesday 18 September, 1pm-3pm ACST at Robe<\/p>\n

\u2022 Thursday 26 September, 1pm-3pm ACST at Lucindale<\/p>\n

\u2022 Thursday 17 October, 1pm-3pm ACDT at Naracoorte<\/p>\n

Bookings are essential. Visit https:\/\/www.dementia.org.au\/get-involved\/brain-hub\/brain-hub-sa-limestone-coast<\/a> for details and to register. You can also call the National Dementia Helpline to register for this course on 1800 100 500. The National Dementia Helpline is available 24 hours a day, seven days a week.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

Are you concerned about your memory or worried that someone you know may have dementia? Dementia Australia is offering support in Limestone Coast between 18 September and 17 October. It is estimated there are around 34,170 people living with all forms of dementia in South Australia. Without a medical breakthrough this number is expected to […]<\/p>\n

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