When Kath who lives with dementia became confused inside a public toilet, her husband Bob knew something had to change.

What started as one small fix in the tiny coastal town of Tumby Bay, South Australia, soon grew into action by the local council — and sparked a ripple effect reaching communities far beyond their town.

No one can make big changes on their own. Dementia Australia’s National Manager Dementia-Friendly Communities Belinda Curtis explains how small actions can lead to lasting change and why connection really matters when it comes to assisting those living with a dementia diagnosis.

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Hold The Moment is a podcast from Dementia Australia, produced by Deadset Studios and hosted by Jim Rogers. Follow Dementia Australia on Instagram and find support resources online. Dementia Australia’s Dementia-Friendly Communities program informs and supports people who want to collaborate with people living with dementia to create communities where everyone can participate.

This episode was produced by Amelia Navascues with sound design by Slade Gibson. The executive producers are Sarah Dabro and Kellie Riordan. Production manager is Ann Chesterman.

Dementia Australia and Deadset Studios acknowledge the Traditional Owners of Country throughout Australia and recognise their continuing connection to lands, waters and communities. We pay our respect to their Elders past and present, and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples today.