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Dementia Australia media release

Dementia Australia supports Warrnambool

Dementia Australia

Are you concerned about your memory or worried that someone you know may have dementia? Dementia Australia is offering support in Warrnambool on Tuesday 3 June 2025.

There is estimated 772 people living with dementia in Warrnambool. Without a medical breakthrough this number is expected to increase to approximately 1,488 people by 2054.

Dementia Australia is hosting a free afternoon information session at City Memorial Bowls Club for anyone who wants to learn more about dementia.

Warrnambool residents impacted by dementia and those who want to learn more are encouraged to attend. Please note this session is not suitable for professionals employed in the health or aged care sectors.

Bookings are essential. Please register online or contact the National Dementia Helpline on 1800 100 500 or dementia.org.au/helpline for more information. The National Dementia Helpline is available 24 hours, seven days a week.

 

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Dementia Australia is the source of trusted information, education and services for the estimated 433,300 Australians living with dementia, and the estimated 1.7 million people involved in their care. We advocate for positive change and support vital research. We are here to support people impacted by dementia, and to enable them to live as well as possible. No matter how you are impacted by dementia or who you are, we are here for you.

For support, please contact the National Dementia Helpline on 1800 100 500. An interpreter service is available. The National Dementia Helpline is funded by the Australian Government. People looking for information can also visit dementia.org.au

Media contacts: Andrea Hogan, Media and Communications Manager, 0406 904 118, [email protected]
                              

When talking or writing about dementia please refer to Dementia-Friendly Language Guidelines.

Note to Editors: We request, where possible, details for the National Dementia Helpline 1800 100 500 appear alongside news stories about dementia, as these stories often prompt questions or concerns:

If this story has prompted any questions or concerns, please call the National Dementia Helpline 1800 100 500 (24 hours, 7 days a week) or visit dementia.org.au.

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2025_MR_Brain Hub Warrnambool.pdf

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