This page offers information about culturally sensitive services and resources for First Nations peoples who have received a dementia diagnosis.
These services and resources keep in mind the values and understanding of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures.
First Nations dementia resources
Dementia Australia
Healthdirect - Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People and Dementia
MyAgedCare - Support of older Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders
Australian Institute of Health Welfare - Understanding Dementia among Indigenous Australians
First People’s Disability Network Australia
Dementia Support Australia - A Cultural Journey Supporting People with Dementia
Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander Communication Cards
HealthInfoNet – Australian Indigenous Dementia Resources
Forward with Dementia
Let's CHAT (Community Health Approaches To) Dementia in Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Communities
The Best-practice guide to cognitive impairment and dementia care for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people attending primary care
How can dementia diagnosis and care for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people be improved?
Dementia Training Australia
Living with dementia
Click the button below to find local dementia support and resources for people living in the South East Melbourne region.
I am a carer/family member of someone with dementia
Click the button below for resources and services specific to carers and family members of people with dementia.
I am a health professional
Click the button below to find education and resources for health professionals interested in dementia.
South Eastern Melbourne PHN
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SEMPHN acknowledges the Bunurong and Wurundjeri peoples of the Kulin Nation, the Traditional Owners and Custodians of the lands, waters, and skies in which we work. We pay our respects to their Elders past and present. We also acknowledge all First Nations peoples with whom we work. Sovereignty was never ceded!