Caring for a Parent With Dementia - Yeppoon - QLD

This therapeutic program is designed to help sons and daughters navigate the practical, psychological, and emotional issues that arise when caring for a parent with dementia.

The program aims to improve relationships and mental and emotional wellbeing. It combines education and strategies with deep listening, sharing, reflection and guided meditation. Participants will be challenged to reimagine the parent, themselves, and their situation in a supportive peer environment.

This program runs over 2 sessions:

• Thursday 31 October 2024, from 09.30am to 2.30pm
• Friday 01 November 2024, from 09.30am to 2.30pm

Suitable for: Adult sons and daughters caring for a parent with dementia. This program is not intended as professional education for workers in the health or aged care sectors.

This program is presented in small group sessions where you will have the opportunity to share your experiences, listen to and support others.

FAQs

What are my transport/parking options for getting to and from the event?

Transport/parking information will be provided upon confirmation of booking and eligibility.

How can I contact the organiser with any questions?

For event related enquiries please contact (add specific facilitator/admin contact details).

Alternatively for general enquires you can contact the National Dementia Helpline on 1800 100 500 or email [email protected].

Do I have to bring my printed ticket to the event?

It is ideal if you can bring your ticket. However, if you have completed your registration we will have your details and forgetting your ticket won’t be a problem.

How can I find out about other events being run by Dementia Australia?

Visit the Dementia Australia website and view the Events Calendar.

What is available to professionals?

This event is not suitable for professional carers or people employed in the health or aged care industries. The resources, content and delivery will not meet the needs of professionals. To explore Dementia Australia’s range of professional development please visit the Centre for Dementia Learning.

Host or Publisher Dementia Australia