Dementia describes a collection of symptoms that are caused by disorders affecting the brain. It isn't one specific disease.
ResearchResearch offers us hope. It is through research that we can understand what causes dementia, develop effective treatments, improve care and hopefully one day find a cure.
Frequently asked questionsRead some common questions and answers about living with dementia, made in collaboration with health workers, people with dementia, families and carers.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples with dementiaAboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples are at a higher risk of developing dementia than non-Indigenous Australians.
Young people with dementiaYounger onset dementia is any form of dementia diagnosed in people under the aged of 65. If you or someone you know has been diagnosed with younger onset dementia, you can access information and support here.
Navigate aged care in AustraliaFind resources to help you navigate aged care services in Australia.
We acknowledge the Traditional Owners of country throughout Australia, their diversity, histories and knowledge and their continuing connections to land, waterways and culture. We pay our respect to all Australian Indigenous Peoples and their cultures, and to Elders of past, present and future generations.
We would like to express our gratitude to all the healthy ageing advocates, including people living with dementia, older people, families, carers and health professionals, who contributed to the development of this portal. Thank you for sharing your stories and transferring your knowledge to make this portal purposeful and meaningful to support people in the North Brisbane and Moreton Bay region.