Dementia Walk
Hervey Bay

Torbay Lifestyles & Care is proud to announce its support for Dementia Action Week (15-21 September) with the Dementia Walk Hervey Bay, a fundraising event dedicated to raising awareness and vital funds for Dementia Australia. This meaningful event will be held at Pier Park, Urangan on Sunday, 21st September 2025, from 7:00 AM to 12:00 Noon.

Building on the success of last year’s walk that raised nearly $10,000, Torbay aims to surpass this milestone to benefit those living with dementia. Participants can choose from a leisurely 2km walk along the Urangan Pier or challenge themselves on a scenic 5km course along the Esplanade.

The event offers two group start times: the ‘Early Birds’ at 8:00 AM and the ‘Mid Morning Strollers’ at 10:00 AM. Alternatively, participants may create their own groups or walk individually anytime between 7 AM and 12 Noon.

With over 420,000 Australians living with dementia, the condition is the leading cause of death among women and the second overall. Though there is no cure, treatments exist to help manage symptoms. Importantly, many diagnosed individuals continue to lead fulfilling, active lives, within the community.

Torbay Lifestyles & Care Limited, Chief Executive Officer, Carrie Chappell, highlighted the significance of the event to the organisation:

“Dementia is a cause very close to the hearts of our team of 200 staff and volunteers. We witness daily the profound impact dementia has on residents and their families. Supporting Dementia Australia is one way we demonstrate our commitment to raising awareness and providing compassionate care around this important topic.”

In Hervey Bay, dementia profoundly affects many lives, including those of residents at Torbay Lifestyles & Care. Now in its second year, Torbay is proud to host this event as a way to help support those living with dementia and raise vital funds for this important cause.

Across Australia, around 1.5 million people are living with dementia including those provide daily care to loved ones living with dementia. Given Hervey Bay’s large and growing older population, the impact of dementia is especially significant and deeply felt within the local community. 

Torbay Lifestyles & Care warmly invites the community to participate, walk in support, and help raise essential funds for Dementia Australia.