Dementia Alliance Joins National Care Economy CRC to Drive Innovation in Care
Dementia Alliance is proud to be part of the newly announced Care Economy Cooperative Research Centre (CRC), which has secured $35 million in federal funding through Round 25 of the Cooperative Research Centres program.
This $129 million national initiative brings together 60 partner organisations across Australia, uniting to develop cutting-edge care technologies, data-driven solutions, and workforce innovations over the next decade. The goal is to transform the way care is delivered across aged care, community health, disability, early childhood, mental health, housing, and related sectors.
As a committed member of the Care Economy CRC, Dementia Alliance will play a key role in ensuring that the unique needs of people living with dementia are represented in the design and implementation of new care models and technologies. Our focus will be on contributing practical expertise in dementia-inclusive services and advocating for better connected, person-centred care systems.
The CRC is headquartered at La Trobe University’s Research and Innovation Precinct and will support:
Development of new care technologies, apps, and user-friendly interfaces
Connected information systems for better coordination of care
Navigation and decision-support tools for families and professionals
Workforce development to equip carers with skills for the future
Innovative, technology-enabled care models
Sandra Slatter, Chair of Dementia Alliance, said:
"We are honoured to collaborate with such a diverse group of partners in the Care Economy CRC. This partnership represents a significant opportunity to shape the future of care in Australia, ensuring that people living with dementia are not only included but prioritised in the design of new systems and services."
Dementia Alliance is committed to driving change and improving outcomes for individuals, families, and communities impacted by dementia.
Contact: Sandra Slatter President
sdslatter@gmail.com or 0417 350911
