Resources
Specialist Dementia Care Program Framework
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.
National Aged Care Advisory Council communique – 10 June 2026
The National Aged Care Advisory Council met on 10 June 2026 to discuss aged care reform priorities, including access, sustainability, consumer protections and implementation issues.
Council of Elders Communique 17 and 18 June 2026
This meeting minute provides a summary of discussions between the Council of Elders and the Minister for Aged Care and Seniors on discussions on aged care reform, service access, affordability, rights, consumer protections and future priorities.
Focus on Dementia July 2026 – booklet
This booklet provides an overview of the Department of Health, Disability and Ageing’s initiatives and programs to support people living with dementia, their carers and families.
Specialist Dementia Care Program – Length of Stay, Fees and Security of Tenure
This fact sheet sets out what must happen when a person enters a Specialist Dementia Care Program unit. It includes how long a stay can be and the fees and charges that apply. It also outlines what happens when they are ready to leave the unit.
Letter to all Australians turning 50 about dementia risk
In July 2026 the Australian Government sent a letter to all people living in Australia who turned 50 in the year to 30 June 2026. The letter outlines things that can be done to reduce dementia risk.
Australian Capital Territory – National Dementia Action Plan – Annual Activity Report (2025)
A report from the Australian Capital Territory of work underway in 2025 aligned with the National Dementia Action Plan Collective Priority Framework 2025–27.
New South Wales – National Dementia Action Plan – Annual Activity Report (2025)
A report from New South Wales of work underway in 2025 aligned with the National Dementia Action Plan Collective Priority Framework 2025–27.
Victoria – National Dementia Action Plan – Annual Activity Report (2025)
A report from Victoria of work underway in 2025 aligned with the National Dementia Action Plan Collective Priority Framework 2025–27.
South Australia – National Dementia Action Plan – Annual Activity Report (2025)
A report from South Australia of work underway in 2025 aligned with the National Dementia Action Plan Collective Priority Framework 2025–27.
Northern Territory – National Dementia Action Plan – Annual Activity Report (2025)
A report from Northern Territory of work underway in 2025 aligned with the National Dementia Action Plan Collective Priority Framework 2025–27.
Queensland – National Dementia Action Plan – Annual Activity Report (2025)
A report from Queensland of work underway in 2025 aligned with the National Dementia Action Plan Collective Priority Framework 2025–27.
Western Australia – National Dementia Action Plan – Annual Activity Report (2025)
A report from Western Australia of work underway in 2025 aligned with the National Dementia Action Plan Collective Priority Framework 2025–27.
Tasmania – National Dementia Action Plan – Annual Activity Report (2025)
A report from Tasmania of work underway in 2025 aligned with the National Dementia Action Plan Collective Priority Framework 2025–27.
Australian Government – National Dementia Action Plan – Annual Activity Report (2025)
An Australian Government report of work underway in 2025 aligned with the National Dementia Action Plan Collective Priority Framework 2025-27.
Designing Culturally Safe Aged Care Homes for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People
We developed a resource guiding culturally safe, respectful and healing aged care home design for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, co-designed with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities, the aged care sector and design experts.
Collective Priority Framework 2025-2027
The Collective Priority Framework outlines the first stage of the national approach to implementation of the Action Plan.
National Dementia Action Plan Overview
An overview of the National Dementia Action Plan 2024–2034, including a summary and 8 high-level actions.
Summary of National Dementia Action Plan 2024–2034
A summary of the vision, purpose and actions contained in the National Dementia Action Plan 2024–2034.
National Dementia Action Plan 2024–2034
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.
Dementia Expert Reference Group (DERG) – Terms of reference
This document contains the terms of reference for the Dementia Expert Reference Group (DERG).
Webinar for residential aged care providers – Specialist Dementia Care Program grant opportunity
The webinar provides information on the grant for residential aged care providers to apply for the Specialist Dementia Care Program. The session will include updates from the Department of Health, Dementia Australia, Dementia Enabling Environments and Deloitte Access Economics.
Dementia Discovery
Free short introductory modules about dementia and communication strategies in care settings. Includes online micro-courses of only 15 minutes.
Dementia support for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people
Find out about the programs we fund to support people living with dementia and those who care for them.
National Dementia Action Plan Monitoring and Reporting Framework
A framework that outlines how Australian, state and territory governments will monitor and report progress on the 8 high-level actions in the National Dementia Action Plan 2024–2034.
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