Dementia Resources

An organisation that aspires to provide support for people through all stages of dementia.  

  • What Are The Different Types Of Dementia

    What Are The Different Types Of Dementia

      In our most recent informative short video, Dr. Anita Munoz, a renowned expert in the field of dementia care, provides a brief overview of the four primary types of...

    What Are The Different Types Of Dementia

      In our most recent informative short video, Dr. Anita Munoz, a renowned expert in the field of dementia care, provides a brief overview of the four primary types of...

  • Scientists discover gene mutation that may increase the risk of Alzheimer's disease

    Scientists discover gene mutation that may incr...

    Highlights: A gene mutation may increase the risk of Alzheimer's Scientists have discovered a gene mutation that may increase the risk of Alzheimer's disease. The mutation is in the PLCG2...

    Scientists discover gene mutation that may incr...

    Highlights: A gene mutation may increase the risk of Alzheimer's Scientists have discovered a gene mutation that may increase the risk of Alzheimer's disease. The mutation is in the PLCG2...

  • Yoga for Cognitive Decline

    Yoga for Cognitive Decline

    Yoga is a mind-body practice that combines physical postures, breathing exercises, and meditation. It has been shown to have a number of benefits for physical and mental health, including reducing...

    Yoga for Cognitive Decline

    Yoga is a mind-body practice that combines physical postures, breathing exercises, and meditation. It has been shown to have a number of benefits for physical and mental health, including reducing...

  • Understanding Dementia EP2

    Understanding Dementia EP2

    In this second episode of the series, Dr Dennis H S Wong continues with a quick background of our current understanding of dementia, followed by a short discussion on more...

    Understanding Dementia EP2

    In this second episode of the series, Dr Dennis H S Wong continues with a quick background of our current understanding of dementia, followed by a short discussion on more...

  • Understanding Dementia Ep1

    Understanding Dementia Ep1

    At DFM we are always looking at making information about dementia more accessible for everyone. In what will be a series of short videos, we'll start explaining dementia from multiple...

    Understanding Dementia Ep1

    At DFM we are always looking at making information about dementia more accessible for everyone. In what will be a series of short videos, we'll start explaining dementia from multiple...

  • Free Dementia Home Signage

    Free Dementia Home Signage

      At DFM we are all about making the lives of those with cognitive impairment and dementia easier. We understand that for those suffering dementia being disorientated is common even...

    Free Dementia Home Signage

      At DFM we are all about making the lives of those with cognitive impairment and dementia easier. We understand that for those suffering dementia being disorientated is common even...

  • Communicating with Dementia

    Being able to effectively communicate with loved ones suffering from dementia can be challenging. Early stages of dementia communication are for the most part likely not dissimilar to communicating with...

    Communicating with Dementia

    Being able to effectively communicate with loved ones suffering from dementia can be challenging. Early stages of dementia communication are for the most part likely not dissimilar to communicating with...

  • Dementia Book List 1

      When it comes to books on dementia there is certainly no shortage of great content that covers the subject from most angles. from: understanding mild cognitive impairment (MCI), living...

    Dementia Book List 1

      When it comes to books on dementia there is certainly no shortage of great content that covers the subject from most angles. from: understanding mild cognitive impairment (MCI), living...

  • Aged Care Facilities

      It’s always a difficult decision to put a love one into care. That is why talking about care as early as possible is a good way to get an...

    Aged Care Facilities

      It’s always a difficult decision to put a love one into care. That is why talking about care as early as possible is a good way to get an...

  • Dementia and Sleep

      Things that may be experienced Insomnia (unable to get sleep) Sleeping patterns and times can change Sleeping more than usual Sleep disturbances in general. Sleep can be impacted and...

    Dementia and Sleep

      Things that may be experienced Insomnia (unable to get sleep) Sleeping patterns and times can change Sleeping more than usual Sleep disturbances in general. Sleep can be impacted and...

  • Legal Planning

      It is always difficult discussing the future around the ability to make decisions for oneself. That is why it's important to start planning ahead. Understanding there is a time...

    Legal Planning

      It is always difficult discussing the future around the ability to make decisions for oneself. That is why it's important to start planning ahead. Understanding there is a time...

  • Behaviour Changes

      One of the more difficult subjects is behaviour disturbances in dementia. Being diagnosed with dementia can cause various changes in behaviour. Although we understand these behaviours are related to...

    Behaviour Changes

      One of the more difficult subjects is behaviour disturbances in dementia. Being diagnosed with dementia can cause various changes in behaviour. Although we understand these behaviours are related to...

  • What to do next

      DFM is here to provide you with an easy to read and get started guide only. Please refer to your GP or health professional for personalised assistance. Next steps...

    What to do next

      DFM is here to provide you with an easy to read and get started guide only. Please refer to your GP or health professional for personalised assistance. Next steps...

  • You’ve been diagnosed with Dementia

    Although it’s normal to go through a range or feelings and emotions post diagnosis. It is also important to make sure you are aware that for some seeking advice and...

    You’ve been diagnosed with Dementia

    Although it’s normal to go through a range or feelings and emotions post diagnosis. It is also important to make sure you are aware that for some seeking advice and...

  • Cognitive Risk Reduction Activities

    Prior to commencing any health or fitness program to check with your GP or a health professional. Health and fitness If there is one activity that has shown the most...

    Cognitive Risk Reduction Activities

    Prior to commencing any health or fitness program to check with your GP or a health professional. Health and fitness If there is one activity that has shown the most...

  • Mild Cognitive Decline (MCI)

    Cognitive decline is a normal part of aging which includes occasional forgetfulness and slower mental processing. Mild Cognitive Impairment (MCI) is indicated by an increase in cognitive decline beyond that...

    Mild Cognitive Decline (MCI)

    Cognitive decline is a normal part of aging which includes occasional forgetfulness and slower mental processing. Mild Cognitive Impairment (MCI) is indicated by an increase in cognitive decline beyond that...

  • Types of Dementia

    This is general information only. If you are experiencing any forms of cognitive issues, please seek advice from your GP or a health professional. Our aim is to provide simple...

    Types of Dementia

    This is general information only. If you are experiencing any forms of cognitive issues, please seek advice from your GP or a health professional. Our aim is to provide simple...