Dementia awareness lecture highlights medical, legal and caregiver support
(left to right) solicitor Samir Shaba, geriatrician Mariam Sarkis, Life Centre for Aged Care's Senharib Esho and Johnny Younadam, president of the Athree Assyrian Centre. Credit: Ninos Emmanuel
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On Sunday, 10 November, the Athree Assyrian Centre hosted a lecture aimed at raising community awareness about dementia. Geriatrician Mariam Sarkis provided an in-depth overview of the symptoms and treatment options for the disease. Solicitor Samir Shaba discussed legal aspects, including power of attorney, while Senharib Esho, manager of the Life Centre for Aged Care, outlined government services available to support dementia patients and their caregivers.
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