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People living with dementia are citizens whose lives matter. They have the same rights, needs and desires as everyone else, but are ignored far too often. It’s time their voices were heard. So join us and let's talk dementia.

  1. 15 jul

    Adult decision-making capacity

    Alzheimers NZ Lived Experience Advisory Group Chair Fiona Parrant and Te Aka Matua o te Ture Law Commissioner Geof Shirtcliffe explore the Law Commission’s recent review of the adult decision-making capacity law.  We believe people with dementia have the right to make their own decisions with the appropriate level of support needed for them to do so. Find out more about the review, why it is so important and what it means in real life.  You can read the review of adult decision-making capacity law report and the Dementia Declaration online.

    Adult decision-making capacity

  2. 9 jun

    Kōrero with Professor Cliff Abraham

    Emeritus Distinguished Professor Cliff Abraham and Alzheimers NZ Chief Executive Catherine Hall reflect on the last 40 years or so in neurological research, as he retires. From unintentionally building a life in Aotearoa New Zealand to being at the forefront of local breakthroughs – this podcast is a fascinating insight into the collaborations and advancements Cliff has been part of.

    Kōrero with Professor Cliff Abraham

  3. 7 apr

    Corey’s story

    Alzheimers Taranaki Manager Helen Frank is joined by a very special guest – Corey Barrett, a high school student whose dad, Tim, was diagnosed with Young Onset Dementia in 2021. Corey is just finishing high school and wrote some heartwarming poems about their jouney, which you can find online. While we know there will be others in his situation, it must be especially tough living with this diagnosis at such a young age. The Barrett whānau has shared their journey with Alzheimers NZ previously and today we hear from Corey’s perspective.

    Corey’s story

  4. 8 mrt

    Kōrero with Sir Richard Faull

    Alzheimers NZ Chief Executive Catherine Hall interviews our Patron Distinguished Professor Sir Richard Faull (Ngāti Rāhiri, Te Ātiawa), in this special Brain Awareness Month episode.  Richard has more than 40 years’ experience researching the human brain and a long list of accolades. From medial advancements to his current work alongside iwi, there is one constant throughout his journey – the importance of people.

    Kōrero with Sir Richard Faull

  5. 15 feb

    Needs Assessments

    Te Whatu Ora Southern InterRAI Liaison and Educator Amy Pettigrew-Porter joins our Principal Advisor Services and Standards Lyneta Russell to talk about Needs Assessment and Service Coordination – otherwise known as NASC.  NASC helps people living with dementia mate wareware and other health conditions access support. This could be somebody to help with personal or health needs such as help with showering a whānau member or help around the house like the washing. Joined by members of the Alzheimers NZ Lived Experience Advisory Group, this podcast gives people a general understanding of NASC to empower them to use the services available.  Resources Find your local NASCOlder Persons NASC ServicesFind your local Alzheimers or dementia serviceSupport for older people in Otago and Southland

    Needs Assessments

  6. 27-11-2025

    A united front: Part two

    Our Chief Executive Catherine Hall and our very good friend and partner Aged Care Association Chief Executive Hon. Tracey Martin join our Media Advisor Daniel Paul for a conversation around advocating for the sector in the second part of this podcast.  In this podcast, Catherine and Tracey explore what practical changes can be implemented and how to get the attention of policy makers as we continue to advocate for the ageing population in Aotearoa New Zealand. Check out the first part of this podcast online. This podcast was recorded on 13 November 2025.

    A united front: Part two

  7. 27-11-2025

    A united front: Part one

    Our Chief Executive Catherine Hall and our very good friend and partner Aged Care Association Chief Executive Hon. Tracey Martin join our Media Advisor Daniel Paul for a conversation around advocating for the sector in part one of this podcast.  In this podcast, we’ll articulate what the challenge is for the ageing population in Aotearoa New Zealand. This podcast was recorded on 13 November 2025.

    A united front: Part one

  8. 07-09-2025

    Dementia support

    Alzheimers Northland Manager Trudi Bridges and Alzheimers Whanganui Manager Renee Clark share their insights on dementia support for World Alzheimers Month, hosted by Alzheimers NZ Senior Communications Advisor Amie Hickland. This is timely  before the launch of the World Alzheimer Report 2025 on dementia rehabilitation. While the concept of rehabilitation can have certain connotations, for people with dementia it is about maintaining and often improving both physical and cognitive function to help improve overall quality of life.

    Dementia support
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People living with dementia are citizens whose lives matter. They have the same rights, needs and desires as everyone else, but are ignored far too often. It’s time their voices were heard. So join us and let's talk dementia.

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    2021 - 2026
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