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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 framework provides an overview of the Specialist Dementia Care Program’s model of care, service delivery principles, administration, roles and responsibilities. This framework may change as the program progresses.

20 September 2021 - Find out the simple things you can do to help support people living with dementia.

3 February 2026 - Read the latest news on Medical Research Future Fund (MRFF) activities.

3 October 2023 - The Australian Government has announced grant opportunities worth almost $311 million from the Medical Research Future Fund (MRFF).

29 April 2025 - 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.

30 June 2025 - This document contains the terms of reference for the Dementia Expert Reference Group (DERG).

19 September 2022 - Find out the simple things you can do to help support people living with dementia

30 January 2026 - The strengthened Aged Care Quality Standards are more measurable, detailed and comprehensive. The Royal Commission into Aged Care Quality and Safety identified focus areas for improvement, including diversity, governance, food and nutrition, dementia and clinical care.

7 October 2022 - There are a number of common conditions and diseases that can affect the bladder and bowel. Find out what they are and how they may affect you.