Pacific Dementia Māngalo supports Pacific families on the journey through dementia with warmth, respect, and cultural understanding. We provide tailored guidance, education, and connection to services — walking alongside you every step of the way.
The Aotearoa Tongan Health Workers Association (ATHWA), also known as ‘Akiheuho, was established in 2005 and provides health and social services to the most vulnerable Tongan families.
Dementia is a progressive condition which means the symptoms will gradually get worse. Over time, most functions of the brain will be affected. How quickly and in what way dementia progresses depends on each individual.
Dementia is a progressive condition which means the symptoms will gradually get worse. Over time, most functions of the brain will be affected. How quickly and in what way dementia progresses depends on each individual.
As people age there are the expected changes in strength, stamina, endurance and physical robustness. We can also expect to see some subtle changes in cognition. So when does the normal decline in cognition with age become a concern that there is more going on?
