Dementia
National Framework for Action on Dementia 2013-2017
In January 2005, Australian Health Ministers jointly agreed to the development of a National Framework for Action on Dementia 2006-2010 (the Framework). Developing the Framework provided an opportunity to create a strategic, collaborative and cost effective response to dementia across Australia.
The Framework can be found on the Department of Health and Ageing website at National Framework for Action on Dementia 2006-2010.
In 2011, the Dementia Working Group, a cross jurisdictional group comprising of representatives from the Commonwealth and state and territory governments, commissioned a review of the Framework. The Review provided a range of findings to guide the direction of a new Framework. Following the release of these findings, the Australian Health Ministers Advisory Council agreed to the development of a new Framework. A summary of the Final Report can be found on the Department of Health and Ageing website at Summary of Final Report.
The National Framework for Action on Dementia 2013-2017 (the new Framework) will support ongoing action in dementia care for governments, service providers, peak bodies and the broader community, to work together to create accessible, seamless pathways to care in order to make a positive difference in the lives of people with dementia, their carers and families.
The new Framework follows the stages of dementia care most people will experience in their journey of dementia. These stages of care include: Risk Reduction, Awareness and Recognition; Assessment, Diagnosis and Post Diagnostic support; Management, Care, Support and Review; and End of Life. Within each stage of care the new Framework outlines the Priorities for Action areas of: Policy; Workforce; Education; Research; Diverse Needs Groups; and Environment and Community.
The Dementia Working Group is seeking comments on the National Framework for Action on Dementia 2013-2017 - Consultation Paper attached below. In particular the working group is seeking comments on each of the stages of care and the Outcomes and Priorities for Action identified within each stage of care.
Public Consultations
Your input will contribute to the development of the new Framework.The Dementia Working Group would like your input if you are:
- A person living with dementia;
- The carer, family member or friend of a person living with dementia;
- A member of a peak body;
- A service provider;
- A researcher; or
- A health professional involved in the care of people living with dementia.
The National Framework for Action on Dementia 2013-2017 - Consultation Paper is available on the link following. Written feedback on the new Framework can be sent to Dementia before midnight Friday 17 May 2013.
The Final Report from the consultations will be made publicly available on the Department’s website in late May. Written feedback on the Consultation Paper will be included in the Final Report. Feedback from all participants will remain anonymous.
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