Dementia is Australia’s leading cause of death, but it's not talked about nearly enough. This Dementia Action Week, we’re asking every Australian to help change that, one conversation at a time.
14 September: Healthy Ageing Hub morning tea
Understanding dementia: staying connected, supported and included.
Join us for an informative and engaging session exploring dementia, what it means for individuals and families, and how we can better understand, support and stay connected with people living with dementia.
Hear from health and dementia professionals about understanding dementia, recognising early signs, navigating support and services, communicating effectively, supporting carers, and reducing stigma and isolation.
Come along to learn, ask questions and discover practical ways to support yourself, a loved one or someone in your community.
Hear from:
Dr Gim Teoh, Geriatrician
Helen Hislop, Acting Operations Manager, Aged Health, Sydney Local Health District.
Anne Tunks, (Concord Hospital) Dementia AdvisorD
Details:
- Date: Monday 14 September
- Time: 10:30am to 1:30pm
- Where: Summer Hill Community Centre, 131 Smith Street, Summer Hill
- Cost: Free, morning tea provided
18 September: Dementia Awareness Morning Tea
Join us at the Brain and Mind Centre for a morning tea hosted by the Sydney Dementia Network, as we come together to mark Dementia Action Week and Dementia Awareness Month.
This community event provides an opportunity for members of the public, students, clinicians and researchers to connect, share experiences and exchange resources in a welcoming and supportive environment.
Over morning tea, guests will have the chance engage in meaningful conversations with others who are passionate about improving outcomes for people affected by dementia.
Whether you are interested in dementia research, clinical care, advocacy or community support, this event offers a valuable opportunity to build connections, increase awareness and strengthen collaboration across the local community.
Details:
- Date: Friday 18 September
- Time: 10am to 12pm
- Where: Brain and Mind Centre Courtyard, Outside the main entrance 94 Mallett Street, Camperdown
- Cost: Free, morning tea provided
23 September: Healthy Habits, Healthy Brain
This presentation by Helen Hislop, SLHD will explore what dementia is, common signs and symptoms, and how it differs from normal ageing. It emphasises that dementia is not a single disease but a collection of symptoms affecting thinking, memory and behaviour. Importantly, this session will highlight that there are practical steps people can take to support brain health, alongside the importance of early conversations with a GP if concerns arise and accessing available support services.
Key takeaway:
There are many actions you can take to support brain health, and speaking to a GP early is key if you notice changes.
Details:
- Date: Wednesday 23 September 2026
- Time: 1pm to 2pm
- Where: Hannaford Community Centre, 608 Darling Street, Rozelle
- Cost: Free
30 September: Frontier Carer Information Day
Join us to hear updates on some of the latest findings from FRONTIER's research in FTD and talks from key services in the space of carer wellbeing and dementia care.
Details
- Date: Wednesday 30 September
- Time: 9am to 3pm
- Where: Room M02F - Level 5 Brain and Mind Centre University of Sydney 94 Mallet Street, Camperdown
- Cost: Free
Fri 18 Sep - Wed 30 Sep 2026
9:00am - 3:00pm
Free entry
Various locations
Inner West NSW
Australia