Resources

This program has been designed to provide a basic introduction to evaluation knowledge and skills to support implementation of evaluation into the services you provide.

This webpage from the BetterHealth Channel provides information on safety inside the home, safety outside the home, independence aids, changes to the environment, and where to get help.

This webpage from the BetterHealth Channel provides information and points to consider when making decisions around residential aged care for persons living with dementia.

This tool provides access to information about dementia for primary health care professionals. Sections include awareness and recognition of symptoms, GP assessment and management, practice nurse assessment and care planning, medicolegal issues, medication, ongoing management and care, palliative and end-of-life care, and family support.

The Dementia Outcomes Measurement Suite (DOMS) compiled by the Dementia Centre for Research Collaboration is a compendium of validated tools for the assessment of various aspects of dementia by health care professionals.

This webpage provides information about dementia and driving, including how dementia affects driving, what to do after a diagnosis, signs to looks for, and planning ahead.

These guidelines from Dementia Australia promote the consistent use of appropriate, inclusive and non-stigmatising language when talking or writing about dementia and people living with dementia.

Free dementia information kit from Dementia Australia (*please note you must provide some information in order to access this resource).

Provides information on dementia and diagnosis. Podcast topics include the difference between healthy ageing and dementia, diagnosing dementia, and interviews with people living with dementia and their carers.

This report from the Australian Institute of Health and Welfare provides information regarding dementia, diagnosis, medications, hospitalisations, aged care services, health care costs, carers, dementia and vulnerable populations.