Living well with Dementia
Country to Coast Queensland has developed two practical dementia journal resources to support conversations, care planning and shared understanding for people living with dementia, families, carers and the professionals who support them. Learn more and order your resources below.
Why these resources matter
Dementia is now the leading cause of death in Australia. In 2026, an estimated 446,5001 Australians are living with dementia, including around 88,2001 people in Queensland.
A dementia diagnosis can bring change, uncertainty and many practical decisions. Having important information in one place can make it easier for people living with dementia, families, carers and care providers to stay connected and informed.
In partnership with the Australian Government Department of Health, Disability and Ageing and Dementia Australia, Country to Coast Queensland has developed practical journal resources to support conversations, care planning and shared understanding.
Living Well With Dementia My Journal
Choose the journal resources that best suit your needs. You can view more information, preview each resource and request copies through the relevant order form.
Living well with Dementia - My Journal
Journal resource
A practical journal to help people living with dementia record what matters to them and share information with family, carers and health professionals.
- Record preferences, routines and goals
- Prepare for appointments
- Keep key care information in one place
Living well with Dementia - My Journal
Culturally informed resource
A practical journal developed to support Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples living with dementia, their families, carers and care teams.
- Record preferences, routines and goals
- Support conversations about care
- Share information with family and care teams
How the Journals can help
The journals are designed to make it easier to record and share important information about the person living with dementia.
They can support conversations with health professionals, family members, carers and support services by keeping key information in one place.
Preferences
Capture what matters to the person, including daily routines, likes, dislikes and personal preferences.
Care information
Keep health information, medicines, allergies, appointments and notes together in one place.
People involved in care
Record family, carer, health professional and support service contact details.
Planning ahead
Support conversations about future care, important documents and decisions.
For more information and support
Dementia Australia
Free call 1800 100 500
24 hours a day, 7 days a week
This service provides information and advice, emotional support, and guidance, and will connect you to support services and programs.
Dementia Support Australia
Free call 1800 699 799
24 hours a day, 7 days a week
This service provides confidential advice, assessment, intervention, education, and specialised support for carers.
Alzheimer’s Queensland
Free call 1800 639 331
24 hours a day, 7 days a week
This service offers information and support for those caring for a friend or family member with dementia. Operated by healthcare professionals.
Dementia Australia
Free call 1800 100 500
Or visit here
This service can support you through government funding to access help at home, social support, personal care, transport, health care and residential aged care.
NDIS
Free call 1800 800 100
Or visit here
This service can connect people under the age of 65 who have younger onset dementia with necessary supports and services to help them in their daily life, connect with their community and achieve their goals.
Carer Gateway
Free call 1800 422 737
Or visit here
If you support someone with dementia, you can find information, get support and access to services in your area and online at Carer Gateway.
Translating and Interpreting Service
Call 131 450
or visit here
If you need an interpreter to access health care online or at an appointment.
National Relay Service
Call 133 677
or visit here
If you are deaf or have a hearing or speech impairment.
Dementia is now the leading cause of death in Australia. In 2026, an estimated 446,500 Australians are living with dementia, including around 88,200 people in Queensland.
A dementia diagnosis can bring change, uncertainty and many practical decisions. Having important information in one place can make it easier for people living with dementia, families, carers and care providers to stay connected and informed.
In partnership with the Australian Government Department of Health, Disability and Ageing and Dementia Australia, Country to Coast Queensland has developed practical journal resources to support conversations, care planning and shared understanding.