It is estimated that dementia currently affects more than 230,000 people in Australia with the figure expected to reach over 1.13 million by 2050. In Western Australia, there are already about 23,000 people with dementia.
Alzheimer's Australia WA was formed by a group of carers more than 20 years ago, as the nation's first support group for people with dementia and their carers. We strive to provide support, counselling, information, education and respite services to people throughout Western Australia who struggle with the daily challenges of dementia. As a not-for-profit, charitable organisation, we have grown from strength to strength while we champion the cause and interests of our clients at a personal, community and political level.
In light of the growing dementia epidemic, we are also focussed on creating widespread awareness and acceptance of dementia throughout rural and metropolitan Western Australia. This includes bringing our message to the community across various cultures and languages.
As such, we hope you find this website helpful and informative. If you have any concerns or comments, please do not hesitate to contact us or complete and submit the online feedback form. We would also like to invite you to partner us in our cause by either becoming a member, a volunteer or by supporting us with a tax deductible donation.
Together we can make a difference.
Frank J Schaper Chief Executive Officer Alzheimer's Australia WA Ltd
