FOI 26-2502 – Focus On Dementia October 2025 Booklet

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The October 2025 Australian Government dementia support booklet outlines aged care reforms addressing Royal Commission recommendations, with focus on improving care for people living with dementia. Current dementia burden includes over 400,000 Australians affected, dementia being the leading cause of death (accounting for nearly 1 in 10 deaths), with women comprising nearly two-thirds of cases and over half of aged care residents living with dementia. Hospital stays for dementia patients average almost 6 times longer than standard admissions. Key initiatives include the National Dementia Support Program offering counselling, education, webinars, and a 24/7 helpline (1800 100 500), plus the Dementia Friendly Communities program targeting stigma reduction. Reform measures include establishing local dementia care pathways for GP referrals, dementia training for GPs and aged care workers, early support and outreach services, respite and c