Guidelines for diagnosis and care of Aboriginal people with dementia in remote communities

by Dementia Collaborative Research Centre Assessment and Better Care

Abstract

These guidelines have been developed for health professionals and aged care staff who work with Indigenous people with dementia in remote settings. Information is provided on how to provide appropriate care and support to Indigenous people with dementia and their families. The recommendations cover the following areas:

• awareness, recognition, and referral
• initial assessment, diagnosis, and post diagnosis support
• management, support, care, and review
• end of life.

Stakeholders in dementia care in central Australia provided guidance on the contents of the guidelines. The guidelines should be read in conjunction with the 2008 Clinical practice guidelines and care pathways for people with dementia living in the community.

Australian Indigenous HealthInfoNet abstract

Links

• View resource: Guidelines for diagnosis and care of Aboriginal people with dementia in remote communities (PDF - 2.5 MB)
• View information: Development of pathways to care and education for Aboriginal people living with dementia [project information]
• View website: Dementia Collaborative Research Centres