How we are tackling dementia and stigma
A language app to improve diagnosis and peer-support dementia coaching are some of the Sydney projects aiming to tackle the obstacles and stigma surrounding dementia. Our people and projects are part of the global discussion aiming to raise awareness and challenge the stigma that surrounds dementia this September. Here's six people and projects worth talking about:. Revolutionising how people connect with dementia research . A new online matching service, StepUp for Dementia, is revolutionising how people with dementia and researchers connect, fast-tracking more inclusive dementia research across Australia. The service is also available via post or phone. Similar to popular dating apps, the draws on characteristics such as age, location and diagnosis to match volunteers with researchers carrying out studies in dementia prevention, diagnosis, treatment, care and cure.
