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COVID-19 is tragic for people with dementia

Danijela Hlis

This year's main topic is COVID-19. But that doesn't mean that all the other illnesses have mysteriously disappeared. Tragically a lot of them have had to take a back seat, including dementia. Danijela Hlis is an advocate, interpreter, volunteer and a very active member of Dementia Australia. We spoke about how the current situation affects people with dementia and their loved ones.


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This year's main topic is COVID-19. But that doesn't mean that all the other illnesses have mysteriously disappeared. Tragically a lot of them have had to take a back seat, including dementia. Danijela Hlis is an advocate, interpreter, volunteer and a very active member of Dementia Australia. We spoke about how the current situation affects people with dementia and their loved ones.


National Dementia Helpline 1800 100 500

For Slovenian interpreter call 13 14 50

Older Persons Advocacy Network (OPAN) 1800 700 600

Danijela Hlis is answering your questions regarding dementia: slovenian.program@sbs.com.au


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