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Information for families and carers

Here, you will find a growing suite of information and resources specifically for parents and carers of children with dementia.

You are not alone. There are over 100 conditions that have so far been identified as causing dementia in childhood. They affect an estimated one in every 2,900 babies born. Together with families, health professionals, researchers and policy makers,  Childhood Dementia Initiative is changing the way children with dementia are viewed, cared for, and treated. 

“We are stronger when we're united and can stand alongside all kids with childhood dementia."

- Kathryn, mum to Eleanor and Joshua

Guide for Families

A suite of resources with information, practical tools, and guidance ranging from explaining your child's condition, to managing appointments & understanding your rights. 

Online Community

The Childhood Dementia Online Community is a safe and supported space for parents impacted by childhood dementia.

Family Advocates Program

Your lived experience gives you a unique perspective. You can share your knowledge and amplify calls for change by joining the Childhood Dementia Advocates Program.

Services Directory

Childhood Dementia Initiative maintains a services directory for families in Australia. It's designed to help parents and carers find and access support services. 

Lived experience research

With your help, we have delivered a world-first collection of research that reveals the lived experiences of families living with childhood dementia.

Family Stories

A collection of stories from a range of families who've shared their experiences of living with childhood dementia.

Connect with Childhood Dementia Initiative

If your family is impacted by childhood dementia, you can connect with Childhood Dementia Initiative and with other families in the ways that best suit you. Complete your details below and we'll be in touch with more information. Read about how we protect your personal information in our Privacy Policy.

Start by subscribing to our email updates

We send these about once a month, and they include news, resources, and information for the childhood dementia community.

If you'd also like to register for the Childhood Dementia Online Community, complete the following information

The Online Community is a private, hidden Facebook group, co-designed with parents to offer an accessible space for parents to connect with other families with a child or children with a dementia condition. You can read more here.

Finally, if you're interested in becoming a Childhood Dementia Advocate, complete the following information

The Childhood Dementia Advocates Program provides an opportunity for primary carers and former primary carers of children with dementia to share their stories, identify current issues and positively affect change. You can read more here.