Dementia Care Australia (DCA) is an independent information and education organisation specialising in supporting both people with dementia and their carers; be they family members, professional carers, employers or friends.

Developed by Jane Verity, Founder and President of Dementia Care Australia, The Spark of Life is a unique, systematic approach to dementia that re-ignites a person's spark and creates overall wellbeing and improvement.

Award winning approach

Recently awarded the 2009 IAHSA Excellence in Ageing Services award, Dementia Care Australia has grown to become an internationally recognised authority on the social and emotional care of people with dementia. With our unique methods, products and services, DCA's mission is to ignite the Spark of Life in people with dementia and those who care for them.

How can we help you?

We have tailored our services to cater for both the home carer and the professional, with a range of services available including:

• Free newsletters
• Memberships
• Online Shop
• Forums
• Professional education and development programs
• Spark of Life Certificate Course
• Spark of Life Club Program
• Cultural Enrichment Program
• DCA Consultations
• Educational Program Kits
  

To find out more, follow the links below:

• For Home Carers and their families, please click here
• For Professionals and Aged Care Facilities, please click here

Spark of Life Certificate Course

Click here for more information.

Media Centre

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