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A different way for dementia care Gemma Willis Community Services Manager & Speech Pathologist

A different way for dementia care Gemma Willis Community Services Manager & Speech Pathologist Alzheimer’s Queensland. Dementia Respite Care … A different way. Why. Primary goals of why we do what we do: Defend the social image (of people with dementia) Preserve competencies.

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A different way for dementia care Gemma Willis Community Services Manager & Speech Pathologist

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  1. A different way for dementia care Gemma Willis Community Services Manager & Speech Pathologist Alzheimer’s Queensland

  2. Dementia Respite Care … A different way

  3. Why Primary goals of why we do what we do: Defend the social image (of people with dementia) Preserve competencies

  4. Defend Social Image

  5. Preserve Competencies Prevent deskilling Enable choice Give purpose Give roles

  6. How

  7. What • Flexibility • 4 respite centres in SE QLD • Emergency, overnight & weekend respite. • In-home personal care • Support groups • 24 hour dementia helpline • Allied health services

  8. The Result Defend social image + Preserve skills = Acknowledge the future

  9. Free Call1800 639 331 For information or support please call our Dementia Helpline. 24 hours 7 days a week

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