Presentation Description
In Australia, over 400,000 people live with dementia, and this number is expected to double by 2058. But are optometrists ready to support a dementia-friendly future of eyecare? This presentation will provide a brief overview of dementia, why optometrists play an important role in dementia care, and some tips on how to adapt your testing, communication and management plans to ensure that every person living with dementia has the best opportunity to see well, to live well.
Learning Objectives:
By the end of this presentation, learners will be able to:
- Understand the benefits of accessing regular eye examinations for people living with dementia.
- Identify ways that optometrists can support people living with dementia, and their carer/s, when they present for an eye examination.