Finding into death of Narelle Marie Compton

57y · Female·Deterioration in setting of advanced dementia on a background of down syndrome

A 57-year-old woman with Down syndrome and advanced Alzheimer's dementia died from natural causes following a period of functional decline. She was residing in a Specialist Disability Accommodation facility and receiving supported independent living services. In May 2025, she developed drowsiness, low blood pressure, and was admitted to hospital where she received palliative care until her death. The coroner found no deficiency in clinical management by either the disability support provider or Eastern Health staff. This case highlights the natural progression of advanced dementia in individuals with Down syndrome and the importance of appropriate end-of-life care planning in vulnerable populations.