Real solutions
for young people
living in nursing homes

Young People in Nursing Homes National Alliance is…

…the national peak body for younger people living or at risk of being placed in residential aged care (RAC).  

 The Alliance is a leading contributor to policy development and practice change across the disability, health, housing and aged care sectors. 

 

About Us

The Alliance:

  • icon advocate Promotes the rights of younger people with disabilities
  • icon advocate Assists people seeking information, referrals or support
  • icon advocate Develops viable policy and service solutions
  • icon advocate Facilitates collaborations across the health, rehabilitation, disability, aged care and housing sectors

What's new - research, surveys and events

Want to know more about what's happening in the research world or take part in a survey? There's more information below

Our News

Media Release - First of its kind Summit will address hidden epidemic of Young Onset Dementia. Australia’s first National Young Onset Dementia Summit held 12 November.

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Conferences and events

We are excited to announce our upcoming event. The Joint Solutions - 'Shaping the Future' summit will be held on 12 November. It is dedicated to raising awareness and understanding of the needs of those living with Young Onset Dementia, their carers and family.

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Research from across the globe

Research can help us understand young onset dementia, discover new diagnoses and treatments, help us learn how to provide better support for people living with young onset dementia, and the people caring for them.

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Our Work

Find out more about our current initiatives

Younger People In Residential Aged Care (YPIRAC)

A joint initiative by Commonwealth, State and Territory Governments addressing the chronic issue of young people in nursing homes.

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Advocacy

We work alongside people living with young onset dementia, their families and carers providing independent support

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Joint Solutions - Young Onset Dementia Project

The Joint Solutions -Young Onset Dementia project is mapping services required by people living with YOD and their families

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