Dementia and CADASIL support that feels human, not clinical
You’re not alone in this. Practical, dignity-led resources for people living with memory changes, dementia, or CADASIL — and the families and carers who love them.
New here? Start with these three things.
What The Memory Nook is
Complex health conditions shouldn’t mean losing yourself — or losing access to the support you need to live well. We build practical tools for daily life, and clear guidance through systems that are rarely built with dignity in mind.
Built by Leanne Hickson — 25+ years navigating complex systems, combined with lived experience of CADASIL. Read the full story →
Connection
Building and maintaining meaningful relationships, even as conditions progress.
Dignity
Preserving each person’s sense of self, purpose, and value.
Identity
Honouring who people are, not just what they’re diagnosed with.
Who we support
Whoever you are in this — living with the diagnosis, caring for someone, or supporting a client — there’s something here for you.
People living with memory changes
Tools and resources to help maintain connection, dignity, and independence through a journey with dementia or CADASIL.
Families and carers
Practical resources, wellness trackers, and support to help you care for someone — while caring for yourself.
NDIS providers & aged care partners
Co-branded resources and training programs to deliver exceptional, person-centred dementia care. NDIS stands for the National Disability Insurance Scheme.
The NDIS Application Resource Suite
Ten guides that walk you through the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) application process, at whatever pace you need — built for CADASIL and dementia, from lived experience.
- Comprehensive and streamlined pathways, for good days and hard days
- Includes the Clinician Handover Sheet
- Plain English throughout, no jargon left unexplained
The Memory Nook offers practical, non-clinical support and complements — not replaces — advice from your doctor or care team. Always check with them before making medical decisions.