Dementia

What is dementia?

To find out about dementia visit the Better Health Channel

The “Forget me not” café is a dementia support group held monthly in 2 locations, Koo Wee Rup and Pakenham.
It gives carers and their loved ones living with dementia the opportunity to take part in regular social activity that supports their needs.

The program:

is run in a café style with FREE entertainment and refreshments
wants participants to have a good time in a friendly, relaxed, supportive environment
offers an opportunity for participants to enjoy new social connections
meet others facing similar challenges and give support to each other
provides a release from the usual routine
benefits older adults living with dementia in terms of their health and psychosocial wellbeing from a community that is aware of and understands their needs and is inclusive

215 Rossiter Road, Koo Wee Rup
Phone: 5997 9792

24 Toomuc Valley Rd, Pakenham
Phone: 5941 1535

Info about upcoming Pakenham cafe dates and to book: Outlook Community Centre website

We are working in partnership with Koo Wee Rup Regional Health Service and Dementia Australia to create a dementia-friendly community in Koo Wee Rup.
A dementia-friendly alliance group has been formed, which includes people living with dementia as well as their carers. The alliance is now working with local businesses, groups, residents, library services, schools and clubs to raise awareness and increase understanding of dementia.
With a community focus, individuals and groups will be enabled to make small changes that will help reduce the social and physical barriers experienced by those living with dementia and their carers in their own community.