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Abridged guidelines for diagnosis and care of Aboriginal People with dementia in remote communities

These guidelines from the Dementia Collaborative Research Centre have been provided to ensure that people with dementia who live in remote communities are correctly diagnosed and receive the services that they, and their families, require.

Guidance
Best-practice guide to cognitive impairment and dementia care for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people attending primary care

This is a guide from the University of Melbourne to support best practice in primary health care settings for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples in relation to cognitive impairment and dementia.

Tool
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communication cards

These illustrated cue cards from Dementia Support Australia assist carers/care staff to understand the care needs of a person and create opportunities to build trust and security while reducing anxiety.

Information Sheet
Supporting an Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander with dementia move into aged care

This helpsheet from Dementia Support Australia provides tips and practical information to help you support an Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander person with dementia feel more settled in their new care environment.