Alzheimer's Australia WA media releases

Will you Dine4Dementia?

19 April, 2012 Alzheimer's Australia WA has launched a new and exciting initiative aimed at breaking down the stigma and myths surrounding Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia through the power of food.

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Enabling Environments for people with dementia

11 January, 2012 As demand for dementia enabling environments increases, an Australian-first study aims to translate research into best-practice design guidelines for future aged care environments as part of a national initiative.

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$500 million urgently needed to address the dementia epidemic

13 October, 2011 New report reveals dementia epidemic to increase by nearly 50 percent in 10 years

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Walking against dementia

18 September, 2011 West Coast Eagles legend Glen Jakovich will be leading the charge against dementia by spearheading the Alzheimer’s Australia WA Memory Walk TODAY Sunday 18 September at Edinburgh Oval, Curtin University as part of Dementia Awareness Week.

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Children helping to brighten lives

22 August, 2011 Alzheimer's Australia WA will be relaunching its intergenerational playgroup this Thursday at the Mary Chester Centre in Shenton Park.

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End of life planning for people with dementia

04 April, 2011 Planning early for end of life is essential for people with dementia, yet most do not do it while they can still make their own decisions, according to an expert on ageing and ethics in medical care.

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Plant a flag to remember

19 September, 2010 Thousands of flags are expected to be planted today (Sunday 19 September) between 9.30am and 4pm in memory of people affected by Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia as family and friends gather for the 2010 Alzheimer’s Australia WA Memory Walk.

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