The Dementia Society Garden

Melbourne International Flower and Garden Show 2024

The Dementia Society Garden presented by The Dementia Society of Ottawa and Renfrew County, designed by Elissa Astorino.

This garden tells the story of the unconditional love between a mother with dementia and her daughter. It aims to show that even when the sun has set, there are still stars to brighten the night. This garden is supported by The Dementia Society of Ottawa and Renfrew County as well as Memory Walk & Jog.

Raising awareness for dementia is the key aim of this garden. Memory Walk & Jog hosts walks for dementia all around Australia and will be hosting a walk at Princes Park, Carlton North on May 5th 2024 to raise awareness for those living with dementia in Australia.

To learn more about the Dementia Society of Ottawa and Renfrew County please visit: https://dementiahelp.ca/

I extend my deepest appreciation to Semken Landscaping, Peter Donegan and London College of Garden Design Melbourne for their unwavering support on this incredible journey. With the guidance of these passionate industry professionals, The Dementia Society Garden was brought to life.

The experience of designing and implementing my own garden at this esteemed event has been an incomparable experience.

The Dementia Society Garden has been created with the amazing support from:

• Semken Landscaping
• Peter Donegan
• London College of Garden Design Melbourne
• Warners Nursuries
• Nishiki Nursuries
• The Dementia Society of Ottawa and Renfrew County
• Memory Walk & Jog
• Dementia Australia
• Gardens At NIght
• Melbourne Flower & Garden Show
• The Alumni Association of the Niagara Parks Commission School of Horticulture Foundation

My Sincere thanks for your support.