Introduction
Dementia is a major health issue predominantly affecting older people. It is estimated that over 44 million people worldwide are living with dementia, and by 2050 there may be as many as 135.5 million people diagnosed with dementia.1 The world population is aging and as such it is expected that the increase in the number of older people will correspond with an increase in the number of older people living with dementia (PLWD). Dementia is a syndrome that impairs brain function and cognition. As the severity of dementia increases over time, the person with dementia often has increased difficulties with many important functions, including gait impairments, problems with postural control, reduced participation in activities such as shopping and driving