Wicking Dementia Centre

Wicking Dementia Centre The Wicking Dementia Research and Education Centre is at the forefront of dementia research.

đź’ˇ Looking for professional development that fits into a busy workday?Join Dr Kathleen Doherty for Bite-Sized Learning fo...
06/09/2026

đź’ˇ Looking for professional development that fits into a busy workday?

Join Dr Kathleen Doherty for Bite-Sized Learning for the Workplace, a practical and engaging webinar exploring flexible learning opportunities designed to help you build your knowledge and skills, one step at a time.

Whether you're working in aged care, healthcare, or supporting people living with dementia, discover how short, accessible learning can make a big impact on your professional growth and confidence in the workplace.

đź“… Wednesday 23 September 2026
đź•› 12.00pm - 12.30pm AEST
đź’» Free Online Webinar

âś… Learn from an experienced educator
âś… Discover flexible learning options
âś… Perfect for busy professionals
âś… Recording available after the event

🎟️ Register today and see how just 30 minutes can help you take the next step in your learning journey.
đź”—https://utas.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_wngwaQKjQRyNpWDBIFX95w

Learn about the relationships between mental health, wellbeing, and ageing and how you can contribute positively through...
05/09/2026

Learn about the relationships between mental health, wellbeing, and ageing and how you can contribute positively through your care, with Equip Aged Care Learning.

The free, online module, Promoting mental health and wellbeing, supports you to:
- Recognise the impacts of residential aged care on mental health
- Explain support for the mental health of people living with dementia
- Recognise strategies to support and protect mental health

If you’re a member of the aged care workforce, you can benefit from this module (and many more) today! Find Equip here, https://equiplearning.utas.edu.au/
Equip Aged Care Learning is developed by the Wicking Dementia Centre, with funding from the Australian Government.

There are many incredible dementia advocates around Australia.One of them is Val Fell OAM. Among Val’s many achievements...
04/09/2026

There are many incredible dementia advocates around Australia.

One of them is Val Fell OAM. Among Val’s many achievements is organising the Illawarra Shoalhaven Dementia Public Forum, and this year marks the 15th event on Wednesday 9 September.

Hundreds of people attend the Forum, and if you live in the area and would like to go along, you can find the details on Eventbrite.

Val, who has completed a number of the Wicking Dementia Centre’s MOOCs, regularly attends other aged care events and always makes time to chat to our team.

Join us for a FREE social lunchtime science event. Enjoy an engaging one-hour lecture session featuring multiple short t...
03/09/2026

Join us for a FREE social lunchtime science event. Enjoy an engaging one-hour lecture session featuring multiple short talks on science, health, and innovation.

đź’ Event: Science Bites: Discover, Dine, and Be Inspired - Lecture and Lunch
đź’ Date: Thursday 1 October 2026
đź’ Time: 10.45am to 1.30pm
đź’ Event Starts at 11.00am
đź’ Lunch from 12.00pm to 1.00pm dine and meet the researchers (a FREE light lunch will be provided)

Book your ticket here: https://events.humanitix.com/science-bites-event

This event is a perfect blend of good food, good company, and great ideas, all designed to inspire curiosity and lifelong learning.

Join us for a social lunchtime science event as part of Seniors Week!

Seeing the Person, Hearing the MessageAs part of Dementia Action Week 2026, join Dr Alison Canty for an engaging lunchti...
02/09/2026

Seeing the Person, Hearing the Message

As part of Dementia Action Week 2026, join Dr Alison Canty for an engaging lunchtime webinar exploring the importance of communication, connection, and understanding the person behind the diagnosis.

đź“… Tuesday 22 September 2026
đź•› 12.00pm - 12.30pm AEST
đź’» Free Online Webinar

âś… Live online
âś… Practical and informative
âś… Recording available after the event

🎟️ Register today and be inspired to see the person, hear the message, and make a difference in dementia care.
đź”—https://utas.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_Fd6_almRS1iGPgjBsWvo4g

Dementia Action Week 2026: Don't Miss This Insightful Webinar!Want a better understanding of how dementia affects the br...
31/08/2026

Dementia Action Week 2026: Don't Miss This Insightful Webinar!

Want a better understanding of how dementia affects the brain and what this means for care? Join Dr Sharn Perry for a fascinating lunchtime webinar designed for aged care professionals and anyone interested in dementia education.

đź“… Monday 21 September 2026
đź•› 12.00pm - 12.30pm AEST
đź’» Free Online Webinar

What Every Aged Care Professional Should Know About the Brain and Dementia
Gain practical insights into the brain, dementia, and how this knowledge can enhance the care and support you provide.
âś…Free to attend
âś…Live online
âś…Recording available after the event

🎟️ Register today and be part of Dementia Action Week 2026!
https://utas.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_s9bxNBQlQ4idMNoYEH6YvQ

Falls are a major concern for older people and can reduce their ability to remain independent. Falls prevention in aged ...
28/08/2026

Falls are a major concern for older people and can reduce their ability to remain independent.
Falls prevention in aged care is everyone’s business.
To support education in this area, Equip Aged Care Learning has a free, online module called Prevention of Falls.
While not every fall can be prevented, there are lots of things we can do to reduce the risk, whether in aged care facilities, or at home.
Learn more in this short module here, https://equiplearning.utas.edu.au/
Equip Aged Care Learning, developed by the Wicking Dementia Centre, is funded by the Australian Government and is free to access.

🧠 Join us for a Week of Wicking Webinars during Dementia Action Week 2026!This Dementia Action Week, we're bringing toge...
26/08/2026

🧠 Join us for a Week of Wicking Webinars during Dementia Action Week 2026!

This Dementia Action Week, we're bringing together leading dementia and ageing experts for a series of free, 30-minute lunchtime webinars designed to inform, inspire and support aged care professionals, health workers, students and anyone interested in dementia care and research.

đź“… 21-25 September 2026
đź•› 12pm - 12.30pm (AEST)
đź’» Free online webinars - Join our free online webinars live, or watch at a time that suits you. All sessions will be recorded and available after the event.

đź“…Monday 21 September
What Every Aged Care Professional Should Know About the Brain and Dementia - Presenter: Dr Sharn Perry
đź”—Register: https://utas.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_s9bxNBQlQ4idMNoYEH6YvQ

đź“…Tuesday 22 September
Seeing the Person, Hearing the Message: What Do People with Lived Experience of Dementia Think We Need to Do Better - Presenter: Dr Alison Canty
đź”—Register: https://utas.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_Fd6_almRS1iGPgjBsWvo4g

đź“…Wednesday 23 September
Bite-Sized Learning for the Workplace - Presenter: Dr Kathleen Doherty
đź”—Register: https://utas.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_wngwaQKjQRyNpWDBIFX95w

đź“…Thursday 24 September
Understanding Responsive Behaviours Through a Neuroscience Lens - Presenter: Dr Matt Kirkcaldie
đź”—Register: https://utas.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_NEI9P1HnRPWcWg-mtYh4ug

đź“…Friday 25 September
Dementia Inclusive Design and Environments - Presenters: Dr Jo Sun and Dr Pauline Marsh
đź”—Register: https://utas.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_9HDtBCpaSBKIXsaK_ZcVig

Together, we can build greater understanding, improve care practices, and create more dementia-friendly communities.

🎓 This week the Wicking Dementia Centre celebrated an incredible milestone, with 181 students graduating across our educ...
26/08/2026

🎓 This week the Wicking Dementia Centre celebrated an incredible milestone, with 181 students graduating across our education programs.

We were delighted to welcome 40 graduates to Hobart, where they shared in a memorable graduation ceremony, heard an inspiring Valedictorian address from Master’s graduate Louise de Silva, and connected with fellow students, families, and staff.

The celebrations continued with the graduation of four higher degree research students. Congratulations to (L -R) Dr Lyzette Matthews, Dr Laura De Paoli, Dr Adelene Chiam, and Dr Kaylee Rudd on this outstanding achievement.

To all our graduates, thank you for your dedication, passion, and commitment to improving the lives of others. We are proud to be part of your journey. 🎉👏

DREAM is all about helping to support aged care workers to care for people living with dementia.If you’re not sure about...
26/08/2026

DREAM is all about helping to support aged care workers to care for people living with dementia.

If you’re not sure about going getting involved, or how effective DREAM Education is, have a look at these recent survey results.

Of around 150 people surveyed about the Navigating Behaviour module, these numbers agreed or strongly agreed:
đź’ 97% I understand that there is a relationship between dementia and behaviour change
đź’ 93% I can describe common changes in behaviour for people living with dementia
đź’ 96% I can explain why it is important to understand changed behaviour in respite
đź’ 93% I can recognise how to support changed behaviour in people with dementia while in respite

DREAM, which can be found here, https://dream.utas.edu.au/program, is funded by the Australian Government and is free to access.

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17 Liverpool Street
Hobart, TAS
7001

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Monday 8:45am - 5pm
Tuesday 8:45am - 5pm
Wednesday 8:45am - 5pm
Thursday 8:45am - 5pm
Friday 8:45am - 5pm

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+611800982600

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