This program provides an overview of dementia and how to proceed after a diagnosis. It covers coping with change, relationships and communication, planning for the future and staying healthy.

You will gain knowledge in:

dementia and related issues such as planning for the future
strategies for living positively with dementia including support
the management, reduction and/or prevention of behavioural and psychological symptoms of dementia.

Suitable for: People in the early to mid stages of dementia, their family carers and family members (carers cannot attend alone). Not suitable for paid carers or health professionals, people without a diagnosis or people living with dementia who do not acknowledge their diagnosis.

If you register, you'll be contacted by Dementia Australia to ensure that the program meets your needs and that you're eligible. You will need to attend multiple sessions or a block of time, and should be willing to participate in a workshop and therapeutic environment.

This program runs across 7 sessions every Thursday. To complete this program, you must attend all the 7 sessions:

Thursday, 05 February 2026, from 10:00am to 12:30pm
Thursday, 12 February 2026, from 10:00am to 12:30pm
Thursday, 19 February 2026, from 10:00am to 12:30pm
Thursday, 26 February 2026, from 10:00am to 12:30pm
Thursday, 05 March 2026, from 10:00am to 12:30pm
Thursday, 12 March 2026, from 10:00am to 12:30pm
Thursday, 19 March 2026, from 10:00am to 12:30pm

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

Morning tea will be provided, please contact the facilitator if you have any dietary requirement.

FAQs

How will I know the program is suitable?

The program is for the person living with Dementia along with a family carer or family member, however, people with dementia can attend alone if they wish. Once you are registered, our facilitators will contact you to discuss whether the program will be suitable for you and only 2 people per family can register, the person living with dementia and his/her family carer.

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

This information will be provided to you once you've been confirmed for eligibility to participate this program.

How can I contact the organiser with any questions?

For event related enquiries, please contact Sophia at (02) 9888 4276 or email Sophia.Townend@dementia.org.au or contact Cherilyn at (02) 9888 4292 or email Cherilyn.Bridge@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.

Registrations are closed

Living with Dementia Program - North Ryde- NSW