Creating a Dementia-Friendly Home - Online

This session provides information about dementia and the likely impact of the symptoms on a person’s perception of, and ability to successfully navigate their home environment.

You will gain knowledge in:

• the impact of dementia on perception
• strategies to support people living with dementia in their own home
• practical tips to make the home environment more enabling for people with dementia.

Suitable for: People living with dementia and their family carers and family members. This session is not suitable for professionals employed in the health or aged care sectors.

This program runs over 2 sessions, every Wednesday for 2 hours each session . To complete this program you are required to attend both sessions:

• Wednesday, 25 February 2026, from 1:00pm to 3:00pm
• Wednesday, 04 March 2026 , from 1:00pm to 3:00pm

Dementia Australia's facilitators have specialist dementia knowledge, skills and experience. This session is delivered interactively, you will be encouraged to share your experiences alongside other participants giving you an opportunity to develop new strategies and support networks.

FAQs

How do I access the online session?

A staff member will email you a link to access the Zoom session. If you have not used Zoom previously our team member will provide support before the event to ensure you can join in with ease.

How can I contact the organiser with any questions?

For event related enquiries please contact Katerina at (08) 8372 2129 or email Katerina.Tsokas@dementia.org.au

Alternatively for general enquires you can contact the National Dementia Helpline on 1800 100 500 or email helpline@dementia.org.au

Do I have to bring my printed ticket to the event?

It is ideal if you can bring your ticket. However, if you have completed your registration we will have your details and forgetting your ticket won’t be a problem.

How can I find out about other events being run by Dementia Australia?

Visit the Dementia Australia website and view the Events Calendar.

What is available to professionals?

This event is not suitable for professional carers or people employed in the health or aged care industries. The resources, content and delivery will not meet the needs of professionals. To explore Dementia Australia’s range of professional development please visit the Centre for Dementia Learning.