Did you know that in some cultures, dementia is seen as a spiritual issue, or that language barriers and stigma can delay diagnosis and support?

If you're an aged care worker, this episode is for you. Because understanding culture isn't just a "nice to have" it's essential to delivering safe, respectful, and person-centred dementia care. Join host Yashi and Phoebe, a Care Manager and Dementia Lead, as they unpack the cultural beliefs and barriers that aged care workers face daily and share practical tips to help you provide more respectful, person-centred, and culturally sensitive care.

In this eye-opening episode of Voices in DREAM we explore how culture shapes the understanding of dementia and impacts the delivery of care in aged care settings, both in home care settings and residential care homes. Whether you’re a frontline care worker, nurse, or manager, this episode offers essential insights to help you better support older person from diverse backgrounds.

What if I told you that one word, just one, could either uplift or isolate someone living with dementia? The language we use shapes how we think and how others feel.

That one word could be: “Still”, “Yet”, “Stillness”, “enough” etc

One word used with care can change how we see, treat, and connect with someone living with dementia. Choosing uplifting, respectful, person-first language helps build a more compassionate, inclusive world.

In this episode of Voices in DREAM, we explore how respectful, inclusive, and empowering language can reduce stigma and promote dignity for people living with dementia. Based on the Dementia Language Guidelines developed by Dementia Australia, this 10-minute episode is a must-listen for carers, professionals, advocates, and anyone who wants to better understand how to talk about dementia with compassion and clarity.

In this episode of Voices in DREAM, we explore the reality that dementia is not a one-size-fits-all condition. Join Yashi and Dementia Nurse Consultant Michelle Clarke as they break down the different types of dementia, how symptoms can vary, and why aged care workers need to tailor their communication and care to each individual.

Whether you're new to aged care or a seasoned professional, this episode offers practical insights to improve your confidence, compassion, and care approach.

What to Expect in this Episode:

• An overview of the main types of dementia commonly encountered in aged care
• How symptoms differ across various dementia types
• The impact of different symptoms on communication and behaviour
• Practical strategies for adapting care approaches to each dementia type
• The importance of person-centred care tailored to individual needs
• Insights from Michelle, an experienced dementia nurse consultant
• Tips to help aged care workers build empathy, confidence, and better connections