Terence Donovan back in Ramsay Street

Great to see veteran actor Terence Donovan back on the screen, returning to Neighbours last night in the role of Doug Willis.

Importantly, the storyline will focus on Alzheimer’s Disease, as Doug visits his family in a bid to create new memories before succumbing to his declining health. The storyline will highlight the challenges of caring for a loved one with Alzheimer’s Disease at home and the limited options available to them.

An estimated 1,800 people are diagnosed each week with varying forms of dementia and over 1.2 million people across Australia are involved in caring for a relative with the disease.

Donovan, who is actively involved in Alzheimer’s Australia, said, “I think Neighbours is a wonderful forum to raise the subject with young people so that they are aware of what older people are coping with. Nearly all families are going to be impacted by it in the future.”

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