Dementia in the Dark: Sleep, Brain Health & Nighttime Safety
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Dementia in the Dark: The importance of sleep for brain health and Strategies for Supporting Sleep and Nighttime SafetyFor many living with dementia and their caregiver, the setting sun marks the beginning of a difficult "second shift." Sleep isn't just about rest; it is a vital biological process linked to cognitive decline. Up to half of all people living with dementia experience significant sleep disruptions, leading to increased confusion, getting up often through the night, and exhaustion for all.
Join us for an insightful webinar that sheds light on Dementia in the Dark. We will explore the latest research connecting sleep quality to brain resilience and provide lots of practical strategies to promote a safer, more restful night and to support the long-term brain health of those in your care, as well as for yourself.
Don't just survive the night—transform it.
Learning Outcomes:
- Explain the biological link between sleep and brain health
- Understand that better sleep is a protective factor against dementia
- Identify common sleep disturbances in people living with dementia
- Implement evidence-based sleep hygiene strategies and non-pharmacological techniques
- Design a dementia-friendly nighttime environment
Date
Wednesday 10 June 2026 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM (UTC+10)Location
Online event access details will be provided by the event organiser
When: Wednesday 10th June - 12:00pm - 1:00pm (Sydney/Melbourne/Brisbane)
(11:30am - 12:30pm Adelaide/SA | 10:00am - 11:00am)- Perth/WA)
What you will need: A laptop, tablet or device with internet connectivity and audio
Certification: Certificates will be provided to those who join the webinar via a Microsoft Teams account. If you do not have one, a free account can be created here: https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/microsoft-teams/group-chat-software If you do not require a certificate, there is an option to join anonymously on the day.
How it will work: This is a live, online event. The speakers will appear on screen, but registered members of the audience will not. If more than one person from the same organisation is attending, they will be able to share a viewing device.
Please note that due to the format of this webinar, only desktop users will be able to ask Q&A questions, mobile and tablet users will be unable to access this feature.
Enquiries email: cdl@dementia.org.au
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