Resources Library

DSA provides a variety of resources to both inform and assist health care professionals and family members who are supporting a person living with dementia.

Resources include:

• Quick reference guides on a number of different topics, 
• Resources and guides to psychosocial approaches in dementia care,
• A range of resources designed for Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islanders living in remote communities; and
• ​Evidence based and comprehensive guides to understand and respond to behaviour.
• For more information please contact DSA on1800 699 799.

Continence and using the toilet

Delirium Screen

How to use simulated and robotic pets

Understanding Psychosocial Approaches: Validation

Responding to delusions and hallucinations - understanding the message

Responding to wandering and exit-seeking behaviour - understanding the message

Responding to Medication Management Issues

Animal assisted engagement in dementia care

The use of dolls in dementia care

Understanding the impact of pain and dementia

Using Apps to Create Engagement & Enjoyment - Coming soon.

Psychotropic medication in the management of behaviours

12 top tips: Working with people with dementia for Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander carers

Things to do: Activity ideas for carers

A Clinician’s Field Guide to Good Practice - Managing BPSD

Behaviour Management - A Guide to Good Practice

A Guide for Family Carers, Dealing with Behaviours in People with Dementia

ReBOC Guide - Reducing Behaviours Of Concern