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New research released this week by Dementia Australia for Dementia Action Week demonstrates a decade of persistent poor understanding of dementia among Australians is leading to stigma and discrimination.
The Government and the Coalition have reached a historic, bipartisan agreement on a new, rights-based Aged Care Act. This legislation, which was the top recommendation of the Royal Commission into Aged Care Quality and Safety, represents a major step toward addressing the needs of Australia's ageing population. As demand for aged care services continues to grow, the new Act promises to pave the way for meaningful, long-term improvements in the sector.
Exercise benefits everyone, no matter their age or ability. Research shows that staying active can greatly improve both physical and mental well-being as we age. Although mobility issues can affect independence, regular movement can help improve heart health, strengthen bones, and even elevate your mood.
Dementia Australia has released an Australian-first podcast that aims to alleviate the loneliness and social isolation people living with dementia experience. The podcast was developed by people living with dementia and is hosted by Jim Rogers, who lives with younger onset dementia and journalist Hamish Macdonald, whose father has dementia with Lewy bodies and Parkinson’s.
