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Mother and daughter connected after participating in Absolute Care Therapy's cognitive stimulation program

Live Well with Dementia

Helping people and families live well with dementia, through guidance and evidence-informed activities

Many families reach out to us because they feel lost after receiving a diagnosis. 
They want to help their loved ones, but don't know where to begin - and endless online searching often adds to the overwhelm. 

We’re here to make things clearer, calmer and put you back in control

family and caregiver feeling confident speaking to a doctor after comlpeting the Absolute Care Therapy Reconnect post diagnostic program

How do we help?

We provide clear, practical guidance in simple language to help you move forward with clarity and confidence.  Learn More>

We also offer home programs designed to strengthen cognitive wellbeing while nurturing relationships, confidence, and connection at home.  Learn More>

Grandaughter and grandmother connecting through cognitive stimulation therapy at Absolute Care Therapy

"I wish I had this information when we first received the diagnosis"  [husband]

A gentle note for families 

It’s common for families to feel overloaded - especially with the sheer amount of appointments, emails, and information to read through, much of it filled with medical jargon or focused only on decline.

​That's why we do things differently!

We offer short, easy-to-follow videos that share practical examples and real life insights drawn from over 20 years of clinical experience.   Our goal is to help you feel informed and confident, so you can make choices that are right for your unique situation.

We’re also passionate about supporting caregivers — the often-overlooked heroes in this experience. While we can’t change the diagnosis, we can show you ways to make daily life easier and use supports that protect both your wellbeing and the wellbeing of the person you care for.

Once you have clarity and feel more supported in your own wellbeing, we can guide you in learning how to help your family member build on their strengths and abilities at home through our home programs. 

What we will do:

  • Provide information in clear, simple language to support genuine understanding - so you feel informed rather than overwhelmed.

  • Share real life examples and practical recommendations - so you feel confident making choices that are right for your family.

  • Talk about some of the support options available in Australia and explore practical ways to use them - so you can choose what fits best for your situation.

  • Support you to prioritise your own wellbeing - because your health and energy matter are just as important as the person you care for.

What we won't do:

  • Describe dementia as an "umbrella term"

  • Overwhelm you with facts or statistics

  • Use clinical terms like 'Tau proteins' or 'neurofibrillary tangles'

  • Make you feel guity

Want to speak with us?   We'd love to guide your towards the right program for you. 

Find the Right Program for You

Find the right program for you

"Amanda makes things simple"  [care staff]

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The Connect MethodTM

Created by a neurological physiotherapist with over 20 years' clinical experience, The Connect Method™ blends rehabilitation principles, cognitive stimulation, and practical family support to help people diagnosed with dementia continue using their strengths and stay connected with those that matter most.

The approach is informed by evidence showing that conversation, sensory engagement, and other forms of cognitive stimulation can support thinking, memory and overall wellbeing.

Image of a head depicting the 10 tips to boost brain health provided by Absolute Care Therapy

Download our free resource

10 Tips to Boost Brain Health

A printable A4 graphic highlighting 10 simple, evidence-informed ways to enhance brain health and wellbeing

Watch our 3-minute Video

3-min video

Feedback from Clients & Families

people engaging in cognitive stimulation therapy through Absolute Care Therapy
 
"It's clear you know what you are doing and truly care."

Daughter

Key Benefits of our Support

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Boosts confidence & understanding

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Reduces anxiety & improves mood

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Supports independence & quality of life

About Amanda

Amanda is a Neurological Physiotherapist with over 20 years’ experience and postgraduate training in gerontology. She is passionate about bringing research based information into simple, practical guidance for families.

 

Amanda is committed to supporting people to feel confident, informed, and empowered, so they can continue to live their best lives no matter what the diagnosis is they have been given. 

Learn more about Amanda here >

Amanda Burnby neurological physiotherapist

Why Choose Absolute Care Therapy?

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Setting a New Standard for Cognitive Stimulation:  We combine evidence-informed cognitive stimulatino with neurological physiotherapy skills that is unique to our programs. 

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Empowering families.  We share knowledge and practical tips so families feel confident supporting connection and therapy at home. 

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Experience and Compassion. With over 20 years experience in neurology, rehabilitation and leadership, you know you're in good hands. 

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Family Centred. Family and connection with those that matter most is at the heart of what we do - our programs go beyond education, they support connection and relationships. 

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Evidence-based care. We combine years of medical knowledge and post graduate training to ensure we are providing information that is backed by research. 

Carers are Super Heroes in plain clothes!

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group of friends connecting with a friend with dementia after learning how to do this through Absolute Care Therapy
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