Driving and Dementia - Moss Vale - NSW

Name: Driving and Dementia - Moss Vale - NSW
Start: 2024-11-04T10:00:00+11:00
End: 2024-11-04T13:00:00+11:00
Location: Queen Street

Schedule

Mon Nov 04 2024 at 10:00 am to 01:00 pm

UTC+11:00

Location

Queen Street | Moss Vale, NS

Driving and Dementia program by Dementia Australia. Suitable for: People living with dementia who are still driving, and family carers.
About this Event

This program provides information about the impact of dementia on driving. It offers tips for recognising when dementia is impacting on someone’s ability to drive safely, the importance of planning ahead, and acknowledging the significance of retiring from driving.

You will gain knowledge in:

the effects of dementia on driving
managing the impact of ceasing driving
relevant services and support.

Suitable for: People living with dementia who are still driving, and family members and carers of someone living with dementia. This program is not suitable for professionals employed in the health or aged care sectors.

Dementia Australia's facilitators have specialist dementia knowledge, skills and experience. This program is delivered interactively, you will be encouraged to share your experiences alongside other participants giving you an opportunity to develop new support networks.

FAQs

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

Parking available at venue.

How can I contact the organiser with any questions?

Contact the facilitator: Gemma Mitchelle on (02) 8875 4671 or email [email protected]

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.