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A one-club man, Royce Simmons played 237 first-grade games for the Penrith Panthers, scoring 2 tries in the historic 1991 premiership game and 10 Tests for Australia. Just as devoted to his family, Royce is a proud husband, father, and grandfather. After receiving a diagnosis of early-onset dementia in 2021, Royce decided to take his dedication and resilience off the field and tackle dementia head on.
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At the Royce Simmons Foundation, we’re committed to supporting the community through action, connection, and care. We fund vital research into dementia treatment and cure, raise public awareness to promote understanding, and create opportunities for open conversations through community events and education. We provide ongoing support to individuals living with dementia and their families, ensuring they feel seen, heard, and never have to walk alone. By partnering with local organisations big and small, the Penrith Panthers, and supporters from all across the country, we’re building strong, compassionate communities that walk alongside those affected by dementia - step by step, together.
From funding vital dementia research to raising awareness and supporting families, we’re focused on tackling dementia at and building a more informed, compassionate future.
