Aged Care Insite Issue 100 | April-May 2017 | Seite 22

17th Alzheimer’ s Australia Biennial

National Dementia Conference

17-20 October 2017 | Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre

Be the Change will provide a unique opportunity, in this time of unprecedented change, to transform the way we think about dementia. The conference will inspire delegates to explore more innovative and creative ways to improve the quality of life and support of people, of all ages, living with all forms of dementia.
Key themes will include:
• The voices of people living with dementia
• Innovative approaches to support
• Dementia-friendly communities
• Support for carers, families and friends
• Understanding changed behaviour
• Engagement with the person living with dementia
• Freedom, autonomy, independence and risk
• Prevention and treatment
• Making a difference with a palliative approach
• The influence of environments
• Young people impacted by dementia
• The opportunity innovations in technology presents
Delegates will leave inspired and empowered to Be the Change for all people living with dementia, their families and carers.

Early bird registration until 18 July 2017. Book Now!

Registration, Partnerships and Exhibition enquiries ICMS Australasia Phone: + 61 3 9682 0500 | Fax: + 61 3 9682 0344 Email: info @ dementia2017. org