Throughout the world someone is diagnosed with dementia every seven seconds. Dementia is the name for a group of symptoms caused by diseases that affect memory, thinking, behaviour and emotion. Alzheimer's disease is the most common cause of dementia. Millions of people throughout the world live with dementia. Millions more families and friends live with the daily challenges of dementia. People of all ages, ethnicity and intellectual ability can be affected by dementia and while it is more common in people aged over 65, younger people are also affected. Dementia is distressing and progressive and its effects are far reaching.

• $15,000 is available for research focused on medical and/or social aspects of dementia. Any relevant topic will be considered.
• The closing date for applications is Friday 27th August 2010. Applicants should follow the information provided in the document “Small Project Grants” available below.

For information about the grants please view the following document (requires adobe pdf reader)
Small Project Grants - Advertisment & Application Form