Guide to dementia for Aboriginal people

"Look after your brain: a guide to dementia for Aboriginal people" has been published by the NSW Department of Family and Community Services.  It's a booklet specifically designed for and by Indigenous people "to confront the issues of dementia with knowledge and dignity."

  

Respecting and caring for the Elders and older people in Aboriginal communities has always been an important part of their culture. The booklet describes the symptoms of dementia, explains the different types, looks at the causes and how to care for someone with dementia. It also lists places to go to for help.