It starts with you - Tweed Heads - NSW

It starts with you community session delivered by Dementia Australia

If you are passionate about your local community and want to make it more dementia-friendly then this session is for you.

You will understand common myths and stereotypes and discuss the many ways people can live well with dementia everyday. You will learn what a dementia-friendly community is and how it benefits the whole community. You will explore practical examples and identify a process for 'getting started' as an individual or as a community, to enable your community to be dementia-friendly.

People living with dementia and their families are encouraged to attend.

Afternoon Tea will be provided, please contact the facilitator if you have any dietary requirement.

FAQs

What are my transport/parking options for getting to and from the event?

Free parking is available onsite.

How can I contact the organiser with any questions?

For enquiries related to this event, please contact Anthony Parker on 0491 691 842 or email Anthony.Parker@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.