Projects
What is the Webster project?
The Webster Rural and Regional Dementia Care project aimed to facilitate better access to dementia care and support services in the Greater Bendigo region. The project was supported by a bequest from Mr Gordon Webster, and led by the John Richards Centre for Rural Ageing Research, La Trobe University.
As part of the project, a Dementia Care and Support Service Pathways Directory for the Greater Bendigo region was developed.
Who is this resource for?
This pathways directory is intended for people living with dementia and their carers and families, who wish to access services in the Greater Bendigo region.
What does the resource do?
The resource outlines the dementia care and support services that are available for people accessing services within the Greater Bendigo region, at five different stages along the dementia journey. These stages are:
Stage 1: Noticing changes in memory, thinking or behaviour
Stage 2: Getting assessed for a dementia diagnosis and what to do next
Stage 3: Accessing supports and services while at home
Stage 4: Entering an aged care home
Stage 5: Supports and services in the later stages of dementia
Access the resource here:
Full version of the resource: Click to Download
Stage 1 only: Click to Download
Stage 2 only: Click to Download
Stage 3 only: Click to Download
Stage 4 only: Click to Download
Stage 5 only: Click to Download
Our Compassionate Community Care Model
“We can rest assured that if we are unwell, our community will look after us. We will help each other get to medical appointments, our pets will be fed and our groceries will be picked up. That’s community.”
From early diagnosis to palliative care, our Compassionate Community Care Model aims to support people living with dementia and their carers. Each of our projects listed below are a part of the values of Compassionate Community Care.
Caring for the carer
Family carers are very important to those they care for, and we are focused on providing support and career pathways for those carers. Several of our projects are part of this strategy, and our Carers Advisory Group helps us to listen and learn from their lived expertise and knowledge.
Our projects
Unique Accommodation
An innovative approach to aged dementia care, our Care Cabins are mobile 1.5-bedroom homes, outfitted with the latest supportive artificial intelligence, assistive technology and design. They can be located on your family property...
Verily Connect
Heathcote Dementia Alliance has been invited by La Trobe University to partner with them in implementing the Verily Connect program. Verily Connect is a place for carers to connect online and support each other in a Dementia-friendly...
Futures Hub
Located on the Heathcote Health campus, the Futures Hub represents research, education, innovation...
Dementia Mates
Dementia Mates will be volunteers who have undertaken accredited training through La Trobe University’s School of...
Green Care
Green Care is a service that accredits local nature-based businesses as dementia-friendly and enables people with...
Community Education
Heathcote and surrounding areas is a hub of community engagement and compassionate...