Published date: 30 November 2022
If you live with dementia, or care for someone who does, you’re invited to help develop a National Dementia Action Plan - that will guide the future of dementia care in Australia.
The Department of Health and Aged Care has released a National Dementia Action Plan Public Consultation Paper – and we’d like your feedback.
The deadline to provide feedback is Tuesday, 31 January 2023.
What is the National Dementia Action Plan?
The National Dementia Action Plan is a joint initiative between the Australian Government and state and territory governments.
The 10-year plan will put people living with dementia, their families, and carers at the centre of all action on dementia.
It will mean a better coordinated approach:
- to risk reduction
- early diagnosis
- improvements in services for those living with dementia, carers and family.
How do I get involved?
We recommend that you first read the National Dementia Action Plan Public Consultation Paper Summary.
You can give your feedback in one of the following ways:
- Complete a short, 15-minute online survey
- Email us at dementiaplan@health.gov.au
- Post your feedback to National Dementia Action Plan, MDP 765, GPO Box 9848, Canberra ACT 2601
- Call 1800 565 789 and tell us what you think over the phone or request a hard copy of the paper and/or survey
What’s the deadline to provide feedback?
Public consultation closes on Tuesday, 31 January 2023.
More information
To learn more about the National Dementia Action Plan, visit the Department of Health and Aged Care’s public consultation website.
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