Voices in DREAM
Episodes
Color and contrast: Designing with the eye in mind
09 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Did you know that color and contrast can make or break how safe and welcoming a care environment feels? For people with dementia, high-contrast design...
Supporting people living with dementia during respite in a residential care home, Annie’s story.
03 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Did you know that tailored care approaches in residential care homes can significantly improve the quality of life for people living with dementia? Wh...
The power of personal spaces: Designing rooms that feel like home
23 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Did you know that a residential care home doesn’t have to feel institutional? Personal touches, familiar objects, and warm design can be used to tra...
Music therapy in dementia care: unlocking memory, emotion, and connection
10 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Did you know that music has the power to awaken memories, reduce anxiety, and create meaningful moments for people living with dementia? Music therapy...
Reablement: encouraging and maintaining independence
03 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Did you know that supporting someone to do things for themselves instead of doing it for them can boost their confidence, maintain dignity, and improv...
When do you call the nurse? Supporting decision making in aged care
27 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Did you know that in aged care, especially in dementia support, knowing when to escalate a behavioural concern and how to respond in the moment can si...
Experience of first respite: Sharon and her mother’s story
12 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
What is it really like to access overnight respite care for the first time?In this heartfelt episode of Voices in DREAM, we sit down with Sharon to he...
Tips for support workers and carers supporting a person living with dementia in a respite setting: successful respite care
05 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Did you know that successful respite care for people living with dementia relies just as much on how we support the carers and support workers as it d...
Supporting each other in our workplace to provide the most effective care to someone coming for respite who is living with dementia.
29 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Did you know that strong teamwork in aged care settings can lead to better outcomes for people living with dementia, especially during short-term resp...
Respite care insights: Michelle’s expert takes on dementia care in short-term settings
22 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Did you know that dementia care in respite settings requires a unique approach to help both the person living with dementia and their caregivers adjus...
Respite and rest: Sharon’s journey caring for her mum with dementia
15 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Did you know that just a few days of respite care can help family caregivers feel more rested, less stressed, and more connected to the people they’...
Designing for dignity: How the environment shapes dementia care
08 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Did you know that thoughtfully designed environments can reduce anxiety, improve safety, and support independence for people living with dementia - es...
The heart of care: Support workers making a difference
01 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Did you know that support workers play a key role not just in providing care, but in helping residents living with dementia stay socially connected th...
The heart of care: A support worker’s role in creating a positive dementia community
24 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Did you know that support workers are often the quiet heroes behind positive dementia care, helping residents feel safe, understood, and truly connect...
Staying active and connected: The power of meaningful activities
17 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Did you know that meaningful activities and social connections are essential for people living with dementia. They help support independence, boost mo...
Supporting people living with dementia in community respite settings
10 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Did you know that community respite care is essential for supporting the wellbeing of people living with dementia by helping them stay connected, enga...
Living and learning together: A resident’s journey supporting dementia in a retirement village
03 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Did you know that many residents living independently in retirement communities actively support their neighbours with dementia? Building friendships,...
Bringing joy and purpose: How do activities enhance life for people living with dementia?
27 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Did you know that meaningful activities aren’t just fun—they can bring comfort, confidence, and connection to people living with dementia, especia...
Living well together: Life in a shared dementia community
20 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Did you know that many people living independently alongside friends with dementia find that they can play a role in creating a welcoming, connected c...
Culture, Beliefs and Barriers: What Aged Care Workers Need to Know About Cultural Influences in Dementia Care
13 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
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...
The Power of Words: Talking About Dementia with Respect
06 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
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 h...
One size doesn’t fit all: Understanding dementia types in aged care
29 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
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 Consultan...
Caring for people with dementia in respite – what every support worker should know
22 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Are you supporting someone living with dementia in a respite care setting?Whether you're new to the role or have years of experience, this episod...
Dementia 101 – What Every Support Worker Should Know
15 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Did you know that over 57 million people worldwide are living with dementia today?If you supporting someone living with dementia — in a home, respit...
Introducing DREAM: Supporting You to Support People Living with Dementia
15 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
“If you are someone supporting people living with dementia at home, in the community or at a residential care facility and struggle to navigate chan...
Introducing Voices in DREAM
09 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Introducing “Voices in DREAM (Dementia Respite Education and Mentoring)” - supporting you to support people living with dementia.Are you an aged ...