Exploring Respite - Hawhthorn - VIC

This session is about the process of considering respite services and preparing for them. It includes information about types of respite, how to access services, and strategies for preparing for respite. Participants will also be supported to recognise their emotions and share any concerns about respite.

Suitable for: People living with dementia and their family carers and family members. This session is not intended as professional education for workers employed in the health or aged care sectors.

Dementia Australia's facilitators have specialist dementia knowledge, skills and experience. This session 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 onsite at rear of building. Enter via Glen Street.

How can I contact the organiser with any questions?

For event related enquiries please contact Dementia Australia on 1300 526 576 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.

Host or Publisher Dementia Australia