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10 April 2024 - Learn about the signs, symptoms, and diagnosis of dementia, and find out how these symptoms can be managed.

31 July 2024 - We are increasing support for people with dementia and their carers through dementia-specific respite services.

3 October 2023 - A music therapist and a human-computer interaction expert help carers use music to calm people with dementia.

11 August 2025 - The National Dementia Action Plan 2024–2034 is Australia’s national dementia policy framework. It aims to improve the lives and care of people living with dementia, their carers and families over the next 10 years.

7 September 2023 - The Dementia, Ageing and Aged Care Mission Expert Advisory Panel (EAP) advised the government on the research priorities for this Medical Research Future Fund (MRFF) mission.

22 January 2023 - The National Dementia Action Plan is open for consultation. Find out about the plan and how to provide feedback.

29 May 2026 - There are various ways for people to train, upskill and enter the aged care workforce. Find out how we are training new workers and improving the skills of our current workforce to meet the needs of older people.

3 November 2023 - Contact for further information on the Dementia, Ageing and Aged Care Mission Expert Advisory Panel. The mission is funded by the Medical Research Future Fund (MRFF).

22 September 2023 - The Australian Institute of Health and Welfare released an updated Dementia in Australia report and National Dementia Data Improvement Plan. This work monitors outcomes for people living with dementia and their carers in Australia.

30 August 2022 - This fact sheet provides information about why people with dementia can also have trouble with bladder and bowel control.