About dementia

Dementia is an umbrella term used to describe a group of symptoms that affect how well our brains work.

The early signs and symptoms of dementia can be subtle and hard to recognise.

It is important to see a GP for an assessment as soon as possible.

There are ways to reduce your risk of developing dementia by making a few simple lifestyle changes.

Our booklets cover many questions that people with dementia mate wareware, their whānau and friends may have.

He mea pai kia mārama tātou, he maha ngā huarahi, ngā āwhina, me ngā tikanga tiaki e pai ai te noho o te hunga kua pāngia e te mate wareware.