Heart to Heart Discussion Board

These discussion boards are open to all members as vibrant forums to ask questions, share stories, gather solutions; and exchange ideas, tips and advice with others both living with dementia and sharing similar experiences.

The discussion boards are categorised in 3 sections:

1. Is it Dementia?
   This forum is open to pose questions relating to symptoms, expectations and causes of dementia.
2. What do I do when..?
   Read and take part in questions, suggestions and problem solving. Pose a question or share a solution that has worked for you.
3. Tell us your story.
   Members share stories about how dementia has affected their lives.

Code of Conduct

This forum is intended as a safe and constructive environment where posters can feel secure and unafraid to voice their fears and concerns. Anger, sadness and joy can be expressed; however, no one should feel intimidated. Opinions offered should be both valid and valued.

Differences of opinion are natural and can encourage vibrant discussion, stimulating more creative and thoughtful ideas and solutions. Respect for both the opinions and privacy of all contributors is paramount. Any posts containing personal attacks, threats or harassment of any description will be removed immediately, without notice, by the moderators. Racial or cultural denigration is not permitted. We reserve the right to edit or remove any comments considered inappropriate, offensive, inflammatory, derogatory, or defamatory; or where the values of this forum are not upheld.

No post may: advocate or discuss any illegal activity/ies whatsoever; infringe copyright, laws or regulations; post or distribute any software or materials that contain a virus or any other harmful component.

We recommend that posters be careful to maintain the privacy of both individual persons and organisations mentioned in their posts.

Disclaimer

Contributions appearing in these forums are posted by individuals acting in their own right and do not necessarily reflect the views of Dementia Care Australia. Any advice contained within should be acted upon at the user’s discretion and/or after seeking professional, legal or medical advice. Dementia Care Australia shall not be liable for any statement reliability, inaccuracy or omission appearing in content on these discussion boards. All information is provided for information purposes only.

Please note: All IP addresses are recorded when items are posted.