Monique Neville

I'm taking on the Crunches Challenge this June for Dementia Australia

Lets talk about Dementia!

>> Demographics & Prevalence in NSW

• Total Prevalence: The 145,700 NSW residents living with the condition are projected to reach 252,800 by 2054.

• Young Onset Dementia: There are an estimated 9,200 people under the age of 65 living with younger onset dementia in NSW.

• National Statistics: Across Australia, over 446,500 people are living with dementia, and this figure is projected to exceed 1 million by 2065.

>> Health & Care Insights

• Leading Cause of Death: Dementia is responsible for roughly 1 in 10 deaths nationally. It is the leading cause of death among Australian women and the second for men.

• Residential Care: Over half of all residents in permanent residential aged care facilities across Australia are living with dementia.

• Hospitalisations: In recent data, there were over 23,000 dementia related hospital admissions in NSW among residents aged 65 and over.

>> Action & Support

• With the number of people developing dementia rapidly increasing, the government is focusing on modifiable risk factors (e.g. cardiovascular health, brain training, social connection etc).

• Support is available for individuals, families, and carers. You can find specialised services, resources, and navigate care plans through Dementia Australia.

>> Why Donate?

• Your contribution will make a world of difference for people impacted by dementia so Dementia Australia can continue their services, such as:

Resource library

Free access to Australia's largest collection of books, articles, audiobooks and ebooks about dementia.

Education programs

Workshops and training sessions for families, carers, and professionals to better understand and manage dementia.

Support Groups

Peer support groups where individuals can share experiences and coping strategies.

Counselling service

Free, confidential professional counselling to help manage the emotional and psychological impacts of dementia.

Advocacy

Representation and support of people living with dementia to ensure their needs and rights are addressed in public policies and services.

The National Dementia Helpline

Around the clock free and confidential expert advice, information and support on 1800 100 500.

Innovative research

The Dementia Australia Research Foundation provides funding to support innovative Australian research to improve dementia diagnosis, treatment and ultimately find a cure

 Every donation big or small counts!

Thank you for your support :)