About this Event
These therapeutic sessions provide an understanding of grief and loss and its impact on family carers of someone living with Dementia. Discuss the ways people may experience and express their grief and promote self care and resilience strategies.
You will gain knowledge and emotional support in:
- understanding your needs and responses to grief and loss
- putting into practice self care strategies to support your wellbeing and build resilience
Suitable for: Family carers and family members of people living with dementia. It is recommended that participants have previously attended an introductory session on dementia. This session is not suitable for professionals employed in the health or aged care sectors.
Dementia Australia's facilitators have specialist dementia knowledge, skills and counselling experience. This session is focused on the carer and is delivered interactively. You will be encouraged to share your experiences alongside other participants giving you an opportunity to develop new support networks.
This program runs over 2 sessions:
- Tuesday 17 February, from 9:30am to 1:30pm
- Thursday 19 February, from 9:30am to 1:30pm
FAQs
Where is this event held and what are my transport/parking options for getting to and from the event?
This information will be provided upon confirmation of eligibility for the program and registration with Dementia Australia. You will be contacted via the phone number you registered with for a brief chat. Alternatively you can call our booking line on 1800 588 699.
How can I contact the organiser with any questions?
For event related enquiries please contact us on 1800 588 699 or email [email protected].
Alternatively for general enquires you can contact the National Dementia Helpline on 1800 100 500 or email [email protected].
Do I have to bring my printed ticket to the event?
It is ideal if you can bring your ticket. However, if you have completed your registration we will have your details and forgetting your ticket won’t be a problem.
How can I find out about other events being run by Dementia Australia?
Visit the Dementia Australia website and view the Events Calendar.
What is available to professionals?
This event is not suitable for professional carers or people employed in the health or aged care industries. The resources, content and delivery will not meet the needs of professionals. To explore Dementia Australia’s range of professional development please visit the Centre for Dementia Learning.
Event Venue & Nearby Stays
Location to be advised on confirmation, Nambour, Australia
AUD 0.00
