Profile in the Dominion Post
A year ago YODAT was profiled in the Dominion Post, we thought we would take the opportunity of finally sharing the article.
‘Grassroots group giving young Kiwis with dementia an alternative to rest home care.’
‘Faced with few options, young Kiwis with dementia are having to seek respite care at aged-care facilities.
‘While the vast majority of those with some form of dementia in New Zealand are over the age of 65, there are currently an estimated 5600 people under the age of 65.
‘Fifteen of them have found a sanctuary-of-sorts, thanks in part to former nurse Joanne Loveridge.’
Read the article here: