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When caring for someone living with dementia, it’s critical that there is appropriate education and training along with a psychosocial approach for both those with dementia and their carers. Fiona Tigar, Head of External Affairs and Policy at Biogen ANZ, interviewed Maree McCabe AM, CEO of Dementia Australia, on the challenges in dementia care in Australia. Watch the video below to learn more. #WhereScienceMeetsHumanity #BrainHealth #BiogenANZ

In this video from our Get Real project we talk about the role that links with health and social care services and the dementia care pathway can play in the long-term sustainability of a Meeting Centre. #GetRealStudy #referrals https://lnkd.in/eGpxTDk4

Shocked? UK media is the most ageist out of the 20(!) English speaking countries examined. Makes me proud to be part of AgeGroup where we are fighting ageism by changing the story around aging. See report below to learn more about the UK’s state of aging. #agegroup #fight #ageism #cmoinsights #silvereconomy #bbc #itv #dailymail #theguardian

The State of Ageing is always an interesting, if sometimes depressing, read. Some of the damning statistics... 👴 A third of people have experienced ageism (this emoji doesn't help in reinforcing stereotypes). 🏚 Half of all non-decent homes are headed by someone aged 55 and over. 👛 25% of those aged 60-64 are in poverty. One of the key pillars of the UK Strategy for Financial Wellbeing is Future Focus, looking at how we can get people to plan for later life earlier in life. There's clearly much to be done around financial security in later life but at the Money and Pensions Service we're working hard to help address this. #financialwellbeing #ageing #money #pensions

The State of Ageing 2023–24 Report by the Centre for Ageing Better, published today, provides stark statistics on the older population. None more so than one regarding their homes, where it states that 49% of non-decent homes are headed by someone aged 55 and over. Housing is a key component of people’s health and well-being, and almost half of older people in England are living in substandard accommodation that is unsafe. It is important to quality of life and life expectancy that this situation is improved. Retrofitting these homes with improved insulation, fitting an efficient low-carbon heating system, and making accessibility improvements are just a few of the many ways the situation could be improved. This work is likely to cost less than the increased healthcare costs resulting from living in substandard properties. Once the investment in the housing stock is made, it will raise the standards of housing across England. This will benefit health and well-being more generally and also help reduce energy usage across the housing stock nationally. There needs to be a coordinated approach from housing and health to address this situation. This will not only improve the lives of older people but also provide a more efficient use of public funds. Housing can really help to improve health and well-being outcomes, and by combining good retrofit practises with accessibility improvements, existing stock can be considerably enhanced. #WWAStudios #architecture #urbandesign #townplanning #homes #ageingpopulation #financialsecurity #healthandwellbeing #work #society

Did you know? In Australia, over 400,000 individuals, like our grandmother, grapple with dementia daily. By 2058, this number is expected to double, possibly impacting you, but definitely impacting more families across our nation. What can I do you say? Join me in the Memory Walk & Jog May 26th or contribute to our cause, supporting vital research and services. Together, let's combat dementia's reach, offering hope and dignity to those affected. Every step counts towards a brighter future for all Australians. https://lnkd.in/gNQue5Wd

“Disadvantage accumulates across the lifecourse…” This is a really neglected fact in policy design, and that needs to change. When you look at the impact of inequalities for older people, including those by socioeconomic group, ethnicity, sexual orientation and other protected characteristics, the people you are studying have been facing those inequalities for their entire lifetime. And each instance of disadvantage has contributed to a greater probability of more disadvantage. How can you correct that? The most obvious option is to stop protected characteristics being a barrier to what people can be and do in the first place. The earlier you address disadvantage, the lower the impact at every life stage but especially for older people. The boomers vs millennials argument is unhelpful and polarising. We’re all human. We all want a fair shot at what it is to have a good life. Age should not be a barrier.

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

Empower your future with a Dementia Advance Directive! ✍️ This legal document lets you express your preferences for care if dementia clouds your decision-making. Ensure your wishes are respected and spare loved ones tough choices. 💙 #DementiaDirective #PlanAhead #EmpowerYourFuture #robertgoldbergandassociates

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