Alzheimer's Australia

Dementia is the term used to describe the symptoms of a large group of illnesses which cause a progressive decline in a person's functioning including loss of memory, intellect, rationality, social skills and physical functioning. Alzheimer's disease is the most common type of dementia and accounts for around 50-70% of dementia cases. There are currently more than 260,000 Australians with dementia and without a significant medical breakthrough that number is expected to soar to almost 1 million by 2050.

Alzheimer's Australia is the peak body for people with dementia and their families and carers and provides support and services through leading edge national dementia programs including; the National Dementia Helpline, counselling, support groups and resources. We are committed to providing leadership in advocacy, policy, services and research.