This session provides an introduction to dementia and changes to the brain, effects on behaviour and the impacts of changed behaviour. It will introduce problem solving models, including strategies to minimise and respond to changed behaviour.

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

Attendees will gain knowledge in:

• changed behaviours related to dementia
• recognising triggers and contributing factors to behaviour change
• approaches to problem-solving changed behaviours.

Suitable for: Family carers and family members of people living with dementia. This session is not suitable for volunteers and professions employed in the health or aged care sectors.

Bookings are essential for this free event via Eventbrite.

Please advise if you have any access requirements.

Light refreshments will be included. We encourage you to bring your own keep cup for tea/coffee or water.