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Dementia ConnectEd Therapist-guided dementia education, Cognitive Stimulation Therapy (CST) and practical family support to help people live well with dementia.

Australia-wide online programs. Amanda is a Neurological Physiotherapist with over 20 years’ clinical experience and postgraduate training in gerontology, neuro-cognitive disorders, and health leadership.

​She is deeply passionate about helping people with dementia access to therapy that enhances function and preserves strengths. Equally commited to supporting families, Amanda provides simple, clear, practical information that creates positive change.

After a dementia diagnosis, do families know who can help with what?Navigating dementia support can be confusing, especi...
09/10/2026

After a dementia diagnosis, do families know who can help with what?

Navigating dementia support can be confusing, especially when families are trying to understand the different roles of healthcare professionals and support services.

As professionals, we can help families understand:

• Who may be able to help
• What each professional or service can offer
• When and why that support may be useful
• How to take the next step with greater confidence

A helpful referral isn't just about providing a name. It's about helping families understand how that professional or service may fit into their care.

For the professionals in my network:

What do you think would make navigating dementia support easier for families? I'd love to hear your thoughts in the comments.

I've also created Your Healthcare Team, a short video and downloadable guide to help families better understand the professionals and services available to them.

Watch anytime | $29

Explore Your Healthcare Team here:
https://www.dementiaconnected.com.au/challenge-page/3b68fd0e-dc39-4e60-88ad-eb4147e4cd60

Feel free to share this resource with families or colleagues who may find it helpful.

Amanda Burnby
Neurological Physiotherapist & Dementia Consultant
Dementia ConnectEd®

Did you know Cognitive Stimulation Therapy can be supported at home?Cognitive Connections™ is an evidence-based, therapi...
07/10/2026

Did you know Cognitive Stimulation Therapy can be supported at home?

Cognitive Connections™ is an evidence-based, therapist-guided home program combining Cognitive Stimulation Therapy, neurorehabilitation principles and a relationship-centred approach to support thinking, language and quality of life after a dementia diagnosis.

Through carefully designed, adult-focused activities, your person is supported to share ideas, make choices, use language, problem-solve and contribute, drawing on their strengths, knowledge, opinions and life experience.

And families don’t need to plan or deliver a “therapy session”.

Everything you need is ready to go.

Put the kettle on, open the package, connect and enjoy meaningful time together.

Know someone who may benefit from Cognitive Connections™? Save this post or share it with them.

Want to learn more about Cognitive Connections™?

Visit www.dementiaconnected.com.au/cognitive-stimulation-at-home or send me a DM.

NDIS or Support at Home funding may be available for eligible participants, subject to individual funding and approval.

02/10/2026

A simple system can make managing dementia care feel a little more organised. 💙

One practical strategy I recommend to families is creating a home medical file. A simple ring binder can keep medical letters, appointment details, test results, important information and questions together in one place.

Take it with you to appointments and add new information as it comes up.

It can make communication with health professionals easier and, importantly, reduce some of the mental load of trying to remember everything yourself.

Save this Reel for later or share it with a family member or carer who might find it useful.

For more practical dementia education and support, visit the link in my bio or email [email protected].

Hi everyone, I’m a neuro physio and dementia consultant who is passionate about supporting people living with dementia a...
01/10/2026

Hi everyone, I’m a neuro physio and dementia consultant who is passionate about supporting people living with dementia and their care teams.

I’m offering a small number of dementia consultation visits for people and teams who would like support with:

• Understanding complex dementia-related care needs and changes in behaviour
• Finding ways to connect when communication or engagement is difficult
• Meaningful activities and cognitive stimulation suited to the person’s strengths and interests
• Mobility, transfers, positioning and comfort
• Practical guidance for support staff to feel more confident in their approach.

My role isn’t to replace your existing physio, OT or PBS practitioner. I work alongside them, families and support staff, bringing a dementia and neurorehabilitation perspective to assess the person’s needs, help everyone understand what may be happening and adapt their approach to everyday care.

📍 In-person visits within 20 km of 6156, with online support Australia-wide.

Eligible services may be billed under the NDIS or Support at Home physiotherapy item code, depending on the person’s plan and support provided.

Please message me if you’d like to discuss someone you support.

Amanda Burnby
Dementia ConnectEd®

A dementia diagnosis can bring answers, but it can also leave you with so many new questions.What is happening?What migh...
29/09/2026

A dementia diagnosis can bring answers, but it can also leave you with so many new questions.

What is happening?
What might help?
Who can support us?
Where do we go from here?

People often wait a long time to receive a diagnosis, only to be left without clear guidance about what they can positively do next.

You don’t need to understand everything straight away.

The right information, explained simply, can help you make sense of what may be changing, support everyday life and relationships, and discover the therapy and support options that can help.

Understanding Dementia™ provides practical, therapist-guided education to help you feel clearer and more confident moving forward.

Comment THERAPIST below and I’ll send you the link to learn more.

A dementia diagnosis doesn’t mean we stop looking at what is possible. 💙There can be a lot of uncertainty about what com...
24/09/2026

A dementia diagnosis doesn’t mean we stop looking at what is possible. 💙

There can be a lot of uncertainty about what comes next. But there are still meaningful ways to support someone living with dementia.

We can build on their strengths, support confidence and connection, and find ways to make everyday life work a little better.

Sometimes, it starts with changing the questions we ask.

Instead of only asking, “What is becoming harder?”, we can also ask:

✨ What is going well?

✨ Could I understand this better?

✨ What can I do to help?

Every person living with dementia is different, so the right support will look different too.

Families don’t always need more information. They need information that helps them understand what they can do, what may help and what support is available.

That’s why, at Dementia ConnectEd®, understanding comes first.

If you’d like to better understand dementia and explore practical ways to support someone you care about, visit the link in my bio or email [email protected].

💬 What is one thing that helps your loved one feel confident, connected or involved? I’d love to hear what works for your family.

22/09/2026

What can we actually do to help someone living with dementia?

Today, I’m hosting my FREE 30-minute webinar, Dementia Explained Simply.

It’s a question many families ask after a dementia diagnosis.

You may be noticing changes in memory, communication or everyday activities and wondering how to offer support while still encouraging your loved one’s independence, choices and participation.

We’ll explore what may be changing, what can help in everyday life, and practical ways to support communication, confidence and connection.

You don’t need to have all the answers. Understanding is a good place to start. 💙

📅 Today, 23 September 2026
🕦11:30 am AEST | 9:30 am AWST

There’s still time to join us!

Register through the link in my bio or use the link below:
https://www.dementiaconnected.com.au/event-list

Know someone who may find this helpful? Please share this invitation with them.

Join me tomorrow for a FREE 30-minute webinar: Dementia Explained Simply. 💙After a dementia diagnosis, you may have ques...
22/09/2026

Join me tomorrow for a FREE 30-minute webinar: Dementia Explained Simply. 💙

After a dementia diagnosis, you may have questions about the changes you’re noticing and what you can do to support someone you care about.

During this free online webinar, we’ll explore:

What may be changing and how to make sense of it

What can help in everyday life

Ways to support communication, confidence and connection

My aim is to make dementia information easier to understand and help you see the practical steps that may support you and your family.

Dementia Explained Simply

📅 Wednesday 23 September 2026
🕦 11:30 am AEST | 9:30 am AWST

I’d love you to join me. Register through the link in my bio, or use the link below:

https://www.dementiaconnected.com.au/event-list

You’re welcome to share this post with a family member, friend or carer who may find it helpful.

After a dementia diagnosis, it can be difficult to know which information will actually help you and your family.You may...
21/09/2026

After a dementia diagnosis, it can be difficult to know which information will actually help you and your family.

You may be noticing changes and wondering what they mean, how best to respond or what support is available.

Understanding comes first. 💙

During Dementia Action Week, I’m hosting my second FREE 30-minute webinar to help families make sense of dementia and explore practical ways to support everyday life.

We’ll talk about understanding changes you may be noticing, what may help and how therapy can support people living with dementia and their families.

📅 Wednesday 23 September 2026
🕦 11:30 am AEST | 9:30 am AWST
💻 Free online webinar

Would you like to join us? Comment anything below, even just a 💙, and I’ll send you the registration link directly.

You’re also welcome to share this post with someone who may find the webinar helpful.

21/09/2026

It’s Dementia Action Week, and I’d love to invite you to a free conversation about understanding dementia and finding practical ways to support someone you care about. 💙

If you’ve been wondering what changes after a dementia diagnosis, how to respond in everyday situations, or what you can still do to support connection and participation, this webinar is for you.

I’m holding my second FREE webinar session on 23 September, where we’ll explore dementia in a clear, practical and supportive way.

Because understanding comes first. And when we understand more, we can approach everyday life with greater confidence.

To join us, DM me “WEBINAR” or click the link in my bio to register.

You’re welcome to share this with someone who may find it helpful.

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