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Restoring dignity: how one daughter loves the mother who forgets her

By singing '80s pop songs and using video calls, Belle Hogg connects with her mother, Chrissy, who lives in a care home with Alzheimer disease.
In 2026, an estimated 446,500 Australians live with dementia, a number expected to exceed one million by 2065 without significant intervention.
Providing care for dementia patients requires patience; Belle Hogg views her mother's needs like those of a baby, while about 100,000 Australians care for someone with dementia.
National Ageing Research Institute director Professor Comans advises incorporating good habits early, stating, "You don't suddenly age at 65." Aging begins in adulthood, requiring proactive management.
Scientists identified 14 risk factors for dementia, and Dementia Australia advises that "by giving the children in your life the best education you can, you're helping to reduce their future risk of developing dementia.

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