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Dementia Australia have welcomed guest speakers to record a specialised education video for you to access.
In this video we are joined by Dr Wendy Kelso, discussing both positive and negative emotions and the importance of well-being within the caring role for someone with younger onset dementia.
You will gain knowledge in:
- How the caring role is unique in younger onset dementia
- How to equip yourself with strategies and knowledge to assist with providing care to loved ones
- How to ensure that your own self care is maintained and valued
To view this video please register your access details below. Upon registering you will receive access on screen and an email to view at a later stage.
Suitable for: People living with dementia and their family carers and family members.
Dr Wendy Kelso
Dr Wendy Kelso is a Senior Clinical Neuropsychologist at Neuropsychiatry, Royal Melbourne Hospital and is the co-ordinator of Neuropsychology services. Dr Kelso has developed national education and training programs for health professionals, people living with dementia and their care partners. She is a support group facilitator for Dementia Australia.
Dr Kelso is involved in translational research in the areas of telehealth and teleneuropsychology, cognition, Huntington’s disease and younger onset dementia. She is passionate about improving service provision and access to care for those living with dementia.