
A dementia diagnosis can feel overwhelming — not only for the person, but also for family and friends who care deeply for them.
With so many emotions, appointments, and decisions to manage, alongside everyday life, it’s easy to feel uncertain or stretched thin.
We’re here to help!
We help you make sense of what dementia actually means, how it affects the brain and body, and what you can do to hold onto your strengths and keep living well.
Through clear, practical guidance, we help you move forward with clarity and calm - drawing on extensive experience in rehabilitation, cognitive stimulation, and navigating the Australian healthcare system. You’ll learn how to use family or paid support strategically to benefit your loved one and protect your own wellbeing.
From here, we show you how to bring evidence-based cognitive stimulation into everyday life in ways that build skills, confidence, and connection — with research showing it can slow cognitive decline.
We offer two clear pathways to support you after diagnosis
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We help people move from confused
to confident with our programs

The Connect MethodTM
Created by Amanda Burnby, The Connect Method™ blends rehabilitation principles, cognitive stimulation, and practical family support to help people strengthen thinking, communication, confidence, and connection at home.
Drawing on over 20 years of experience in neurology and rehabilitation, it offers compassionate guidance, simple explanations, and meaningful activities that help people continue living well after a diagnosis.
From clear, bite-sized learning videos to enjoyable home-based activities, The Connect Method™ helps families understand dementia, strengthen relationships, and create moments of joy and connection every day.
Each session helps strengthen thinking, confidence, communication and wellbeing.
Carers are Super Heroes in plain clothes!
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Key Benefits of our Programs
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Boosts confidence & communication skills
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Reduces anxiety & improves mood
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Supports independence & quality of life
About Amanda
With over 20 years’ experience in neurology and rehabilitiation, Amanda empowers families and people living with dementia to live well, enhance their abilities, and strengthen physical, cognitive, and social skills through understanding and evidence-based activities.

Why Choose Absolute Care Therapy?
Setting a New Standard for Cognitive Stimulation: We combine evidence-based therapy methods with neurological physiotherapy skills, in a way that is unique to our programs.
Empowering families. We share knowledge and practical tips so families feel confident supporting connection and therapy at home.
Experience and Compassion. With over 20 years experience in neurology, rehabilitation and leadership, you know your in good hands.
Family Centred. Family and connection with those that matter most is at the heart of what we do - our programs go beyond education, they support connection and relationships.
Evidence-based care. We combine years of medical knowledge and post graduate training to ensure we are providing information that is backed by research.





