Generated by All in One SEO v4.9.4.1, this is an llms.txt file, used by LLMs to index the site. # Australian Frontotemporal Dementia Association ## Sitemaps - [XML Sitemap](https://staging.aftda.org.au/sitemap.xml): Contains all public & indexable URLs for this website. ## Pages - [Home](https://staging.aftda.org.au/) - Frontotemporal dementia (FTD) is a rare form of dementia, accounting for around 10% of dementia diagnoses. It often occurs between 45 and 65 years of age. - [Research](https://staging.aftda.org.au/index.php/research/) - Diagnostic criteria for FTD reviewed Fourteen years later: Reviewing the diagnostic criteria for behavioral-variant frontotemporal dementia Abstract INTRODUCTION: Diagnosis of behavioral-variant frontotemporal dementia (bvFTD) requires the presence of at least three of six core features. The contribution of each criterion toward diagnosis, however, remains unclear. We aimed to determine the frequency and combinations of diagnostic - [Newsroom](https://staging.aftda.org.au/index.php/newsroom-2/) - FTD Awareness Week 2022 – The journey to diagnosis: FTD Awareness Week 2021 – A global conversation: FTD Awareness Week 2020 – World FTD Marathon: On February 16, 2023 it was announced that American actor Bruce Willis had been diagnosed with Frontotemporal dementia. Willis’ family released a comprehensive and touching statement through the American FTD - [Who are we?](https://staging.aftda.org.au/index.php/who-are-we/) - Our Mission The AFTDA is a registered non-profit carer support organisation with a mission to: Establish and support Australian carer support groups for frontotemporal dementia (FTD) and related younger-onset dementias. Provide information, education, and support to those diagnosed with FTD and related disorders, their carers and families. Educate and work with clinicians to reduce diagnostic - [Carer Support](https://staging.aftda.org.au/index.php/carer-support/) - The AFTDA would like to thank Nikki Zimmermann at Rare Dementia Support in the UK, who put together this fabulous video and have kindly allowed us to share it. The AFTDA, in partnership with Dementia Support Australia, has developed a nationwide network of support groups called “Carer Conversations”. These support groups are specifically for those - [Donate to AFTDA](https://staging.aftda.org.au/index.php/donate-to-aftda/) - How to Fundraise or Donate for Awareness and Change Direct Donations Every donation makes a hugely meaningful impact on our mission to raise awareness and provide much needed support to individuals affected by Frontotemporal dementia (FTD) and their dedicated caregivers. With your generosity, we can continue to make a difference in the lives of those - [Useful Links](https://staging.aftda.org.au/index.php/useful-links/) - Dementia Support Links Who can I contact for assistance Who can I contact for assistance? Dementia Support Australia: 1800 699 799 (Available 24 hours a day) Dementia Australia National Dementia Helpline: 1800 100 500 (Available 24 hours a day) Respite for persons living with dementia and their carer Carer Gateway Emergency Respite : https://www.carergateway.gov.au/ Mon - [Events](https://staging.aftda.org.au/index.php/newsroom/events/) - FTD Awareness Week 2022 – The journey to diagnosis: FTD Awareness Week 2021 – A global conversation: FTD Awareness Week 2020 – World FTD Marathon: INTERNATIONAL DEMENTIA CONFERENCE 4-5 September 2024 The International Dementia Conference (IDC) - https://www.dementiaconference.com/ The International Dementia Conference is a highly respected conference that is attended by leaders in the field - [What is FTD?](https://staging.aftda.org.au/index.php/what-is-ftd/) - [FAQ](https://staging.aftda.org.au/index.php/faq/) - We have gathered advice on a range of topics that may be useful for people affected by frontotemporal dementia (FTD) This is not intended to be a complete directory of questions and answers. It is based on the most common questions we receive. If you have additional questions that are not mentioned below, please get - [Contact Us](https://staging.aftda.org.au/index.php/contact-us/) - The best way to contact us is via our email address: contact@aftda.org.au This address is monitored by volunteers who will respond to your message as soon as possible. This is usually within 48 hrs but please be patient if we take longer. You can also fill out our contact form on this page and we