Alzheimer Calgary’s Post

More than 650,000 people are living with dementia in Canada. The numbers are increasing. Check out this new report @alzheimercanada a great overview of the unique needs and experiences of diverse communities. Building understanding and awareness is key to improving the quality of life for people with dementia and their care partners. Read it today https://buff.ly/3OfjGix #dementiaeducation #dementiafacts #dementiasupport #caregiversupport #Alzheimerawarnessmonth

Given Australia's ageing population, increasing dementia prevalence & gaps in care models, understanding methods for #PallCare improvement is more crucial than ever. Read insights from a study exploring #ResidentialAgedCare staff experiences in providing care for people with dementia. ➡️ https://ow.ly/uEHZ50QIz8s HammondCare

More than half a million Canadians are currently living with dementia. As this number grows, more and more families are learning how to embrace the changes that come with each season. ❄️ Check out our new blog Embracing Winter Joy: 5 Ways to Share the Season with Someone Living with Dementia here: https://buff.ly/4alXfkQ ❄️ #embracingwinter #eldercareplanners #caregiversupport #eldercare #newblogpost

Dementia is often misunderstood, but as professionals, it's important we get the facts straight (with help from Dementia Australia). From who it affects to what it actually is, clarity matters. Swipe through to explore key facts and strengthen your role in building a dementia-friendly community 👇 #DementiaAwareness #DementiaActionWeek #DementiaMyths

“CommonAge releases ‘Report on Dementia in the Commonwealth’: We must act now to prevent Dementia & ensure those affected receive care with dignity & respect. By 2030, Dementia will affect 75 million people globally, with a new case every three seconds. Nearly 40% of cases can be prevented, yet it remains the 7th leading cause of death. CommonAge is urging Commonwealth policymakers to prioritise Dementia as a major public health issue. Our report will be presented at the CHOGM meeting on 22nd October 2024 in Samoa. Let's work towards a future where Dementia is prevented, and those affected receive the care they deserve.” -         Mansur Dalal, Chair, CommonAge Read the full report here: https://lnkd.in/eB2iTCzF Mansur Dalal Femada Shamam Jacqueline WM Wong Antony Pivato  Ken Bluestone  Andrew Kavala John Collyns Linda Justin  Nadra Ahmed CBE DL  Andrew Larpent #ElderCare #elderlycare #SeniorHealth #seniorhealthcare #SeniorHelpers #seniorhealthandwellness #agedcare #agedcareprofessionals #agedcaresupport #agedcareservices #agedcareaustralia

As we move towards a time when a cure for dementia may be possible,the reality is that at over $26,000 per person per year in cost, these new therapies will be out of the reach of most people living with dementia. Strategies that address the daily challenges that caregivers of persons with dementia must navigate are essential as LMIC health systems prepare to grapple with the needs of a growing and aging population. #PeerMentorship #WalkingTogether

At #CONy2024 in London, ADI CEO Paola Barbarino spoke on the vital importance of both international governmental organisations and national governments to address treatment access issues for those living with #dementia and Alzheimer’s disease. She highlighted a critical issue that many health ministers worldwide do not fully understand the impact of dementia within their countries, a disconnection that can have severe implications to the mental health of people living with dementia and their carers. ADI calls on both international bodies and national governments to make dementia a health priority. More than ever, we need policy makers to step up and ensure that those affected by dementia receive the care they need. https://lnkd.in/e9eVvVtX #DementiaPolicy #TimeToActOnDementia #WhatsYourPlan #ADI

This week is Dementia Action Week (16 to 22 September). Dementia is Australia’s second leading cause of death, affecting approximately 411,100 people in 2023, with numbers expected to double by 2058. In the Brisbane South PHN area alone, an estimated 15,445 people live with #dementia. The theme of this year's Dementia Action Week is ‘act now for a dementia-friendly future’. One small way carers and health workers are helping create a dementia-friendly future is through the free My Health Journal resource. The My Health Journal is a free, user-friendly tool that helps people living with dementia to manage and track their healthcare appointments, GP communication and other important health information all in one place. Journals are available in English or simplified Chinese. Learn more and order My Health Journals here 👉 https://loom.ly/0UurdH8 #dementia #dementiadiagnosis #DementiaActionWeek #BrisbaneSouthPHN

🌟 Day 24 of #WorldAlzheimersMonth 🌟 🚀 Super excited to present at the Alzheimer's NZ National Conference today on future-focused dementia education! 👉 Did you know there are 3 levels of risk reduction in dementia care? The third level is all about supporting people already living with dementia. With the right skills, we can make a real difference at every stage of a person's journey! 💡 Risk reduction isn't just about public health—it’s an essential skill for care staff too! 🧠💪 The latest Lancet Commission even added 2 more modifiable risk factors—time for a resource refresh! 🔄 #DementiaCare #RiskReduction #AlzheimersNZ #FutureOfCare #HopeForTomorrow

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