The Dementia Behaviour Management Advisory Services (DBMAS) is a nation wide network of services funded by the Australian Government. DBMAS is managed by different organisation in every state.
The program operates under the umbrella of the Department of Health and Aging Services and in Tasmania, DBMAS is administered by the Department of Health & Human Services (DHHS Tas) and managed by Mental Health Services.
The services aim to improve the quality of life of people with dementia and their carers by providing a support service to assist in managing behavioural symptoms commonly associated with dementia. The service is available to care-workers, services and carers who are providing care to people with dementia, where the behavioural symptoms of the person with dementia are impacting on their care in either inpatient settings or their own homes.
Our team of health professionals provide clinical assessment, intervention and evaluation, including:
- Person centred assessment and support (community and residential)
- Referral and consultation
- Health promotion
- Networking, liaison and collaboration with all stakeholders
- Library (located in Southern office) Books, DVD’s and videos
- Sensory Equipment
- Diversional therapy equipment
- Bi-monthly newsletters
- Proactive and reactive education workshops
- Self-Directed Learning Packages
The service is offered to those who:
- are in receipt of or on a waiting list for commonwealth funded care
- have a diagnosis of dementia
- have behaviours of concern which are impacting on care provision
You can also ring the FREECALL DBMAS assistance line 24 hours a day, seven days a week on 1800 699 799
Last Updated 28th July 2009