Dementia Australia’s approach towards management of reactive behaviours associated with dementia is based on a holistic framework. In assessing these unique behaviours we consider the following:
- Behavioural and physical changes due to the disease process of dementia
- Type/ cause of dementia symptoms
- Stage of dementia
- Communication abilities
- Individual’s abilities and strengths
- Valued routines and cultures
- Possible triggers
Intervention/ Support Options
Dementia Australia offer several options for family and professional carers to choose from to support their efforts of managing reactive behaviours associated with dementia. Services/ supports include:
- Multidisciplinary team input from: Registered Nurse, Occupational Therapist, Speech Pathologist, Dietitian, Physiotherapist, Psychologist, Music Therapist, Leisure and Lifestyle Therapist and more
- Dementia helpline 1800 180 023
- Videoconferencing 1:1
- Dementia help sheets
- Dementia Library
- Carer Support Groups
- Dementia Workshops
- Nationally Accredited Cert III Modules
- Self-paced specialised learning programs
- Tailored Education Sessions
- Dementia Design Advice
- Linking to specialist community care services of respite and in-home care
- Advice on Smart Assistive Technologies
- Advice on Memory and Cognition
- Dementia Resources
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