BeACTIV Dementia Program
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BeACTIV Dementia Program
Agestrong Health Group is proud to deliver the BeACTIV Program, a comprehensive multidisciplinary dementia rehabilitation program grounded in globally recognised, evidence-based practice. This program is designed to enhance cognitive function, balance, and physical fitness in individuals living with mild to moderate dementia, while also providing invaluable education and support for carers.
What the Program Includes
Delivered by our multidisciplinary allied health team, the BeACTIV program provides a tailored mix of therapies and support, including:
- Cognitive stimulation therapy to promote memory and mental engagement
- Exercise programs to improve strength, balance, and daily function
- Dietary assessments to support brain and body health
- COPE strategies to help individuals manage everyday tasks in their home
- Carer support and coaching to build confidence, reduce stress, and enhance quality of life
Each program is customised to meet the specific needs of the person living with dementia and their family, delivered where they feel most comfortable—at home
Program Outcomes
- Improved cognition, memory, processing and quality of life
- Enhanced physical function, balance and ability to participate in personal-care & ADL’s
- Reduced carer stress and burden, improved social connection and reduce isolation
Program Structure/ Inclusions
| Duration: | 12 weeks, 3 days per week |
| Session Format: | 1 hour of exercise + 1 hour of cognitive stimulation therapy per session |
| Carer Education: | 6 x 30 min (optional sessions) |
| Includes: | Comprehensive multidisciplinary (Physio & OT) assessment and goal plan, attendance & progress reports and exit plans with recommendations for further supports required upon completion. |
| Social Support Group: | Participants are encouraged to attend associated support group following the Wednesday session, free tea & coffee provided |
Program Details
| When: | Every Monday, Wednesday & Friday |
| Where: | Surrey Hills Neighbourhood Centre, 157 Union Road, Surrey Hills, VIC |
| Cost: | Available under Government Support at Home or Home Care Package |
Limited places available for the next intake.
Program locations:
Surrey Hills Neighbourhood Centre
157 Union Road, Surrey Hills, Victoria
Program days: Monday, Wednesday, and Friday.
Upcoming locations:
Keysborough
Berwick
Cognitive Stimulation Therapy, Supported by Research
Supported by Dementia Australia’s expertise, evidence-based Cognitive Stimulation Therapy (CST) offers meaningful benefits for people with mild‑to‑moderate dementia:
- Demonstrated improvements in global cognition, memory, language and daily functioning compared to usual care
- Positive effects on mood, self‑esteem and quality of life—even small gains are clinically meaningful
- Delivered in small groups or one‑on‑one, with structured sessions including games, discussion and creative activities
- Supported by Dementia Australia, CST enhances well‑being, social engagement and purpose through creative arts and mental stimulation
Supporting Dementia Care at Home with the COPE Program
Helping People with Dementia – and Their Carers – Live Well, Longer
Caring for someone with dementia can be both rewarding and incredibly challenging. The COPE (Care of People with dementia in their Environments) Program is an evidence-based, at-home support program that helps people with dementia manage everyday tasks more independently—while giving carers practical strategies to reduce stress and improve quality of life.
What Is the COPE Program?
The COPE Program is delivered by our specially trained occupational therapists, who work with families in the home over a series of sessions. The goal is to support the person with dementia to remain independent for as long as possible and to help carers feel confident and supported in their role.
What Does the Program Involve?
- Strategies to simplify daily tasks like dressing, bathing, or cooking
- Environmental modifications to reduce confusion or hazards
- Carer coaching to manage behavioural changes and reduce frustration
- Tailored routines to promote stability and reduce stress
