More federal funding for dementia
The Minister for Ageing, Justine Elliot, announced a $4 million package for additional dementia research, information and support for people living with dementia and their carers.
The Minister made the announcement at the opening of the Dementia Collaborative Research Centre’s (DCRC) third annual research forum in Sydney.
This year’s forum theme is ‘Translating Research into Practice’, with a focus on how lessons from academia can translate into best practice in clinical settings.
The funding package will provide:
- $2.5 million for dementia research grants;
- $1.5 million for community support grants focusing on awareness raising and support for specific needs groups; and
- $150,000 for the promotion of the Dementia Resource Guide.
Minister Elliot said, “Research, information and support are essential to provide effective care for our ageing population.
“In the last two years, the Rudd Government has provided nearly $225 million to the Dementia Initiative and more than $384 million to the National Respite for Carers Program.
“The Rudd Government is providing ongoing support to the Dementia Initiative, including early intervention programs, training for aged and community care workers, and further research,” she said.
