Evidence-Based Brain Health Community Resource

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Brains
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Healthy brain ageing

Looking after your brain at every stage of life

Your Brain Health is part of your everyday health. Small, practical actions can help support brain health at any age.

This free, Australian resource was co-designed in Western Australia with community members, people with lived experience of dementia and other long-term conditions, families and care partners, health professionals, industry and policy partners, and researchers.

Start the Journey
The Modifiable Risk

Dementia is not an inevitable part of ageing

45%

Dementia Cases

Linked to health behaviours that we can change.

Early

Prevention

Behaviour change in mid-life has the biggest impact.

Action

Awareness

Small steps today lead to a healthier brain tomorrow.

What is
Brain Health?

Brain health refers to how well your brain works in everyday life. A healthy brain helps you:

Think clearly
Concentrate
Learn and remember
Plan and solve problems
Regulate emotions and cope with stress
Maintain independence
Stay engaged in daily life
Support mobility and physical health
Experience a good quality of life

Brain health exists on a continuum. It changes across life — and it can be supported.

What is
dementia?

Dementia is a group of conditions that affect how the brain works over time.

It can affect memory, thinking, communication, behaviour, and daily activities. Dementia is not a normal part of ageing.

The most common types include:

  • Alzheimer’s disease
  • Vascular dementia
  • Lewy body dementia
  • Frontotemporal dementia

Dementia can occur before the age of 65. This is called Young Onset Dementia (YOD). Rare genetic conditions can also cause Childhood Dementia.

If you are worried about changes in memory or thinking, speak to your GP or health professional.

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How to use this resource

You can choose how much detail you want:

Level 01

The basics

Image-based messages and short, simple text

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Level 02

Find out more

Practical ideas you can try; trusted links for further support

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Level 03

Dive deeper

Science and evidence (e.g., underlying mechanisms)

Select Level

You can stop at any level. You don’t need to do everything at once. Small changes can support brain health over time.

You can take your time with this resource. It’s okay to come back to it later or read a little at a time.

The Learning Hub

Explore the
Pillars of Health

Practical, science-based guides tailored for Western Australians at every stage of life.

All Topics
WA Community
Specialised Aboriginal health guides
Regional and metro WA localised help
Accessible community-led support
Our Promise

Supporting
every Western Australian

Brain Health WA is built by our community, for our community. We believe in providing accessible, non-clinical guidance for everyone.

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Got Questions?

Frequently Asked Questions

Brain Health WA is an educational initiative that provides clear, research-informed information about dementia, risk factors, and strategies that support lifelong brain health.
The toolkit is developed by the Curtin University Dementia Centre of Excellence team, who are committed to improving dementia literacy and supporting healthier ageing in Western Australia.
No. The content is written to be accessible, with complex concepts explained in clear, everyday language.
While the scientific information is universal, the services, and community resources are tailored specifically for Western Australians.
No. All information and tools are freely accessible without creating an account or providing personal details.
You can use the toolbar to explore the different levels of information for each of the risk factors. The green level indicates The basics (Level 1) for an introduction, the orange is Find out more (Level 2) for practical ideas and further support, and grey is Dive deeper (Level 3) for more scientific and detailed information.
Yes. Many sections include printable guides for personal or community use.
If you’re concerned about changes in your memory or thinking, speaking to your GP is a good first step. They can guide you towards assessment and support services.
Yes. WA has community organisations, health services, and support groups focused on dementia, ageing, and cognitive wellbeing which can be found on our services page.
No. Your quiz responses are not stored, tracked, or linked to you in any way. They are used only in the moment to show your results and then immediately discarded.

Your Brain Health
Starts Today

Small steps add up. Join thousands of Western Australians investing in their brain health.

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