COPE Program
Facing Dementia Together with the COPE Program
What is COPE?
With nearly 1 in 10 Australians over 65 impacted by dementia, facing dementia can be overwhelming for everyone involved. Fortunately, 75% of people with dementia live at home, thanks to family, friends, and care services.
What is COPE?
Empower is proud to offer the COPE (Care Of People with dementia in their own Environment) Program. The COPE Program is a home based or online program led by trained health professionals providing carer training, support, and strategies to enhance wellbeing with a focus on individual strengths.
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COPE services provided in Person or Online
Occupational Therapy
Nursing (in VIC only)
COPE Program
Who is eligible?
- Living at home
- Aged 65 or older
- Is at mild to moderate stage of dementia
- Has noticed changes in functional ability or behaviour
A COPE participant is someone who has a family member, friend, or neighbor who:
- Provides daily or near-daily support or care.
- Is facing stress or challenges in their caregiving role.
The COPE program is designed to support BOTH the person with dementia and their caregiver. To gain the greatest benefit both parties must be available for the duration of the program.
Getting started with the COPE Program
Contact Us
A dedicated Relationship Manager can work with you to ensure you receive the best possible care.
This program is delivered in person or online. Enquire to find out mode of delivery in your area
Phone: 1300 043 578
Ready to refer
- Visit our website referral form or simply click below
- Select Occupational Therapy (OT)
- In ‘About Your Referral’, Say COPE
Key features of the program
To build on the strengths and capabilities of the person with dementia and their carer our clinicians and nurses will follow a time-limited, goal focussed program featuring
- Carer Education
- Carer Training
- Home Safety Assessment
- Nurse Screening Assessment