24/07/2026
On Wednesday, members of the St Louis Care team had the privilege of attending an event hosted by the Australia Day Council of South Australia, featuring guest speaker Professor Henry Brodaty AO.
Professor Brodaty was named Senior Australian of the Year for 2026 in recognition of his pioneering work in dementia research, treatment and advocacy. His passion for the field was deeply personal. After his father was diagnosed with dementia at just 52 years of age and passed away at 59, Professor Brodaty dedicated his career to improving understanding of dementia, advancing treatments, and championing government support for education and care programs.
One of the most encouraging messages from the day was that there are practical steps we can all take to help reduce our risk of dementia and support healthy ageing:
💙 Stay physically active – aim for at least 30 minutes of exercise each day
💙 Keep mentally active – challenge and stretch your brain regularly
💙 Maintain a healthy diet - eat whole foods and minimise processed foods
💙 Stay socially connected – maintain relationships and engage with others
💙 Manage your blood pressure and cholesterol level – have regular health checks with your GP
At St Louis Care, these principles are embedded across all our services. Whether through our residential Nursing Home, St Louis Homes, Home Care services or Allied Health programs, we support people to remain active, connected, independent and engaged through lifestyle activities, social opportunities, health support, cooking and shopping assistance, and personalised care.
Growing older does not have to be something to fear. With the right support, healthy habits and meaningful connections, ageing can be embraced as a new chapter – one where people continue to live well, maintain their independence and enjoy a good quality of life.
