Welcome to the Dementia Navigator
Gain instant access and build your knowledge and understanding of dementia | mate wareware. Our courses aim to empower and support people living with dementia, as well as care partners and whānau.
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Start building your knowledge and confidence around dementia | mate wareware.
Why learn with us?
Learn any time
Our online learning modules offer depth and flexibility. Learn at a pace and time that suits you.
Easy to use
Our simple, intuitive platform helps you focus on the joy of learning.
Instant access
Get 12 months of unlimited access instantly – plus free PDFs you can keep forever.
Leading experts
Learn directly from New Zealand’s leading researchers, clinicians, neuroscientists, and the dementia care community.
Latest learning modules
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What is Dementia | Mate Wareware?
In this module, you will learn the fundamentals of dementia. We’ll explore what dementia is, who is most likely to be affected, the known causes and risk factors, and the early warning signs to watch out for.
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Getting a Dementia Diagnosis
In this module, learn the importance of early dementia | mate wareware diagnosis, how to prepare for a GP visit, coping with post-diagnosis feelings, and accessing local community support networks.
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Early Planning
Learn why early planning matters after a dementia diagnosis. Explore medical capacity, wills, finances, enduring powers of attorney, and advance care directives to ensure your values guide future care.
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Alzheimer’s Disease
Alzheimer’s disease is the most common form of dementia. Learn what Alzheimer’s Disease is, how it differs from dementia | mate wareware, the key signs and symptoms, how diagnosis works, and practical strategies to manage the condition and support those affected.
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Frontotemporal Dementia
In this module, explore frontotemporal dementia: what it is, how it’s linked to brain injury, its causes and symptoms, the diagnostic process, progression, and practical management strategies.
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Lewy Body Dementia
In this module, learn about Lewy Body Dementia – what it is, its types, signs, and symptoms. Understand how diagnosis is made and explore practical approaches for managing the condition day-to-day.
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Parkinson’s Disease Dementia
Understand Parkinson’s disease dementia: its meaning, signs, and symptoms. Learn practical management approaches to improve quality of life for people living with both Parkinson’s and dementia | mate wareware.
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Vascular Dementia
In this module, discover what Vascular Dementia is, the main signs and symptoms, how it’s diagnosed, and practical approaches to managing the condition effectively in everyday life.
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Young Onset Dementia
In this module, discover what Young Onset Dementia is, how to identify its signs, understand diagnosis, track progression, and apply practical approaches to managing symptoms and treatment options.
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Dementia and Behaviours
This module explores changed behaviours in dementia | mate wareware – why they happen, how to see the unmet need behind them, and practical ways care partners can respond while looking after themselves.
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Hallucinations and Delusions
This module explores hallucinations and delusional thinking: what they are, warning signs, response strategies, and when to get medical help. Gain practical tools to provide safe, supportive care.
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Disinhibition and Dementia
Understand social disinhibition – behaviours that may seem inappropriate or impulsive in dementia | mate wareware. Learn the signs, causes, and practical ways to support and manage these changes.
FAQs
No. You don’t need any special qualifications to enrol in a learning module on our Dementia Navigator. Our modules are designed for everyone — whether you’re a care partner, whānau member, friend, or professional. We will always try to be as specific as possible in the learning module description about the level the course is pitched at.
When you purchase a learning module as a care partner or professional, you’ll have full access for 12 months. During that time, you can watch the videos as often as you like – no limits! We’ll send you a reminder before your access expires, so you don’t miss a thing. Plus, all learning module handouts are yours to download and keep forever.
Each online learning module has a different duration. You can find the estimated completion time in the learning module description. However, since the modules are self-paced, you can go faster or slower as needed.