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17 July 2026 - The SDCP funds specialist dementia care units in residential aged care homes. The units provide specialised care to people with very severe behavioural and psychological symptoms of dementia. They aim to reduce or stabilise symptoms so that people can transition into less intensive care settings.

16 July 2026 - Some dementia cases can’t be avoided, but up to 45% of cases could be delayed or prevented. There are things you can do through your life to reduce your risk of dementia – and you may already be doing some of them. It’s never too early or too late to start.

8 November 2023 - Contact us to for enquiries about the National Dementia Action Plan.

6 June 2025 - The Hospital to Aged Care Dementia Support Program helps older people living with dementia transition from hospital into residential aged care or home with aged care support.

9 November 2023 - If you have questions about the Specialist Dementia Care Program, contact the Specialist Dementia Care Section.

30 June 2026 - The number of people living with dementia in aged care is growing. Read about dementia and find resources to help you care for people living with it.

6 June 2025 - The DACS Fund helps the aged care sector to support older Australians who are sick or living with medical conditions. Read about why the DACS Fund is important and what is funded under DACS.

30 May 2025 - Read the latest news on dementia.

25 June 2025 - The Dementia Behaviour Management Advisory Service (DBMAS) helps staff and carers to support people living with dementia experiencing changes to their behaviour by providing assessment, clinical support, care planning, mentoring, linking to current research and a 24-hour help line.

5 March 2025 - Contact us for more information about the Hospital to Aged Care Dementia Support Program.