More information about dementia
Knowledge about dementia will prepare you or your loved one for a dementia assessment.
You’ll find online information:
- On this website on why and how to get a dementia diagnosis
- On Forward with Dementia website on getting treatments and supports after diagnosis
- On the Dementia Australia website on their services and supports and other useful dementia related information.
If you want to talk to a trained health professional about your situation the National Dementia Helpline (TEL: 1800 100 500) is available 24 hours per day, 7 days per week.
Helpline staff will provide information and advice for people who have concerns for themselves or their loved one. The helpline staff also provide people living with dementia and their family carers with information and support to help them adjust to the diagnosis and live well.
