Estia Health Benalla’s dance-a-thon unites community for dementia awareness

An Estia Health spokesperson said members of the Benalla Social Dance Group volunteered their time and gave residents and family members a spectacular dance performance, grooving to some classic hits.

“Residents danced along with the music with staff and family, recalling fond memories of going to dances or even of meeting their wife or husband at a dance,” the spokesperson said.

“A gold coin donation and a raffle were held, with all (money raised) going towards creating more social (umbrella) dementia cafés nationwide, while also helping to bring more community awareness about dementia and the importance of music and dance to improve brain health and wellbeing.”

To support this vital cause and make a difference in the lives of those affected by dementia, please consider donating to Dance Against Dementia.

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