Culturally sensitive cards designed to help people with severe dementia

Image:Image supplied: Dementia Support Australia, Illustrated by Samantha Campbell

Illustrated cards depicting words related to personal and medical care, activities, feelings and more have been created by Dementia Support Australia for First Nations people experiencing severe dementia.

The culturally sensitive designs include images of yarning, bush tucker, and weaving alongside doctor, happy and washing, to ensure people who are no longer able to verbally communicate their needs are able to stay connected with their carers and family.

Produced By: Sarah Martin

Featured In Story: Associate Professor Colm Cunningham, Dementia Support Australia Director, and Samantha Campbell, Dagoman woman and Illustrator

First aired on The Wire, Thursday, 22 July 2021