Next date: Monday, 01 June 2026 | 05:30 PM to 07:00 PM
The Ageing Well Team is pleased to offer an information session on neurodiversity in older people, often referred to as the “lost generation” due to the lack of awareness, research and understanding in this area.
Neurodiversity is an umbrella term that covers a range of differences in the way people’s brain’s function, their behavioural traits, and how they process or convey information. It includes conditions such as Autism and ADHD. It is often genetic, so with more children being diagnosed and a greater awareness of neurodiverse traits, medical professionals have seen an increase in the number of older adults presenting for diagnoses.
The session will cover:
The session will be delivered by a United Minds Psychologist and will also include a presentation by the Older Persons Autism Liaison Service from St Vincent's Hospital, who offer a free diagnostic service to anyone over 65.
This session is suitable for both individuals and carers who are caring for someone with potential neurodiversity in their older age, and aged care workers who want to increase their knowledge of neurodiversity in older people.
You are welcome to stay for tea, coffee and conversation at the end.
Eltham Library, Panther Place, Eltham, 3095, View map
Panther Place , Eltham 3095
Free