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Thanks for your patience over the next few weeks while we clean up fallen trees after the recent storms. Find out more about free storm related waste drop offs at the Knox Transfer Station and extra bin collections.

Dementia in Knox

Information and support for people living with dementia, their carers and families, including the Dementia Advisory Group.

Dementia in Knox

The number of people with dementia in Knox is growing.

In 2021, it was recorded that 3,219 people in the Knox community were living with dementia. It is estimated that there will be a 148% increase over the next 35 years.

Dementia Friendly Communities Program

We have partnered with Dementia Australia to put in place a Dementia Friendly Communities Program in Knox.

The program aims to build awareness, understanding and acceptance of dementia, so people living with dementia can continue to participate and remain active in the community.

Support

There is support available for people living with dementia, as well as their loved ones and carers.

Download an information pack

If you would like a hard copy version, please email dementiafriendly@knox.vic.gov.au.

Dementia Advisory Group

As part of the Dementia Friendly Communities Program, we have established a Dementia Advisory Group. The group is made up of community and industry volunteers and meets every 4 to 8 weeks to:

  • advise and support the development, implementation and monitoring of a Dementia Friendly Action Plan
  • advise Council on emerging issues affecting people living with dementia
  • better support people living with dementia in the community.

The group operates alongside a Terms of Reference.

Applications to join the Dementia Advisory Group are currently closed, but please contact the Age and Dementia Friendly Project Officer on 9298 8000 if you would like to learn more about the program.

Need help?

Contact us and we will get back to you.

Or call our Customer Service team on 9298 8000.

Alternatively, email the Dementia Friendly Project Officer at dementiafriendly@knox.vic.gov.au.

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