Dementia and Ageing in Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Communities: Is there cause for concern? A video presentation by A/Prof Eddy Strivens. Brisbane February 2016 (48 mins) Continue reading →

A workshop on non-pharmacological interventions for people living with dementia, with the aim of minimising the functional impact of cognitive-communication difficulties & maximising engagement & quality of life. (58 mins) Continue reading →

In this presentation Ricki Menzies, QLD AIDs Council, explores who LGBTI elders are, what are their lived experiences and the impact of these on accessing services. Continue reading →

An overview of research on the use of touchscreen technology for people with dementia & considerations for developing suitable apps eg. the My Life Story app. (49 mins) Continue reading →

Discusses the obstacles to communication with the person with Dementia and what can we do to improve communication (54 mins) Continue reading →

The session explores changing culture and improving practice in dementia support, one step at a time. (59 mins) Continue reading →

A 3 part video presentation that examines ways to maintain effective communication and a meaningful relationship with the person who has dementia Continue reading →

Examines the communication impairments associated with dementia and the role of communication as part of care. (90 mins) Continue reading →

Doctor Rowland discusses his research to develop a mental state screening tool that is able to be used across multiple cultures. (87 mins) Continue reading →

Insights into yarning, the Indigenous way of communicating (52 mins) Continue reading →

Practical ideas, supported by evidence based theories to measure cultural climate, and challenge existing paradigms (60 mins) Continue reading →

A video presentation with an overview of research in Australia, key findings and current initiatives (60 mins) Continue reading →

What is cultural competence, how is it achieved and what are the challenges (54 mins) Continue reading →

A model of person centred dementia care with relevance for Indigenous communities in Australia (60 mins) Continue reading →

Understanding the nature and extent of communication difficulties in dementia and applying a client centered care to communication management. (77 mins) Continue reading →