Resource Directory

On this page, we have collated a variety of resources to support you in your journey with dementia.

Whilst extensive, this list is not exhaustive. Please note that we are not affiliated with any of the services or links provided. The information in these sources may not comply with the Australian regulatory environment. The intent of providing this further material is informational and not as advice; any information provided in these sources should be discussed with your healthcare professional and does not replace their advice.

Please note: By clicking links to external resources on this page, you will be leaving our website.
None of the third-party websites referred to on this page are owned or controlled by us.

Local Stories

Is This Dementia Podcast Series

A podcast series produced by the Centre of Research Excellence in Enhanced Dementia Diagnosis delving into all things dementia: diagnosis, management, and care.

Hold The Moment Podcast Series

A podcast series by people living with dementia and supported by Dementia Australia.

Connecting

Memory Cafes

Dementia Australia have a directory of cafes designed for caregivers and people with dementia to connect and network.

BrainTrack App

Published by Dementia Australia and focused on brain health and healthy ageing.

Memory Walk & Jog

Join others in Australia’s largest fundraising event to tackle dementia.

PALZ

Support organisation for people in the early stages of dementia with a mission to empower high achievers living with dementia through social and intellectual stimulation, thus maintaining both dignity and respect.

Australian Organisations

Dementia
Australia

The national peak body supporting people living with dementia, their families and caregivers.

Forward With
Dementia

A website providing information and useful tools to support caregivers and people living with dementia.

Support Services

National Dementia Helpline

A free confidential phone and email information and support service run by the Department of Health and Aged Care.

My Dementia
Companion

An online tool that offers personalised and practical support for a person’s dementia journey.

Dementia Support Australia

The organisation supporting caregivers and people living with dementia with guidance on the most appropriate services for their current needs.

myagedcare

Australian Government service supporting older Australians to live comfortably at home, or alternatively to find the most appropriate care.

Educational Resources

Dementia Training Australia

Consortium funded by the Australian Government to provide nationwide, high-quality education and training on the care of people living with dementia.

The Wicking
Dementia Centre

University of Tasmania Dementia Research and Education Centre offering free courses to interested individuals on many aspects of dementia.

The Centre for Healthy Brain Ageing (CHeBA)

University of NSW research institute focusing on healthy brain ageing and offering access to the ‘Better Brain. Better Life’ booklets, an educational series discussing modifiable lifestyle factors associated with dementia.

Dementia Respite Education and Mentoring (DREAM)

An Australian government project providing free educational resources to anyone providing dementia respite care.

Equip Aged Care Learning

Free modules offered by The Wicking Dementia Centre, for anyone seeking to further understand the aged care sector, including families.

Research

Australian Dementia Network (ADNeT)

A network of scientists and researchers connecting people living with dementia to valuable resources, and news on the latest advancements in dementia diagnosis and research.

Dementia Trials
Australia

A peak body in coordinating, facilitating and promoting dementia and cognition trials across Australia.

Australian and New Zealand Clinical Trials

A registry of ongoing clinical trials.

References

Thank you to our caregivers Jane, Marta, Neil, and Luke who were an invaluable primary resource for the content on this website. Other online resources that were consulted include the following (all were accessed in March 2025). The information in these sources may not comply with the Australian regulatory environment. The intent of providing this further material is informational and not as advice; any information provided in these sources should be discussed with your healthcare professional and does not replace their advice.

Alzheimer’s Society. Communicating and dementia.

Dementia Australia. Can people with dementia drive?

HealthDirect. Dementia and Driving.

National Seniors Australia. Dementia and Driving Don’t Mix.

Alzheimer’s Project. The Importance of Routine and Familiarity to Persons with Dementia.

Dementia Society of America. How to Make a Home Safer for Those with Dementia.

Dementia Australia. Activities for people with dementia.

Mayo Clinic Press. Recognizing strengths and potential in people living with Alzheimer’s disease or related dementias.

Dementia Australia. Designing dementia friendly care environments.

Alzheimer’s WA. Signage in Dementia Enabling Environments.

AARP. Care Tips to Keep Dementia Patients Safe at Home.

World Health Organisation (WHO). Dementia