Comprehensive Memory Clinic

Dementia
Dementia is an umbrella term used to describe decline in thinking, memory, or behavior affecting ones ability to live and function with independence.

Alzheimer's Disease
Alzheimer’s disease is the most common type of dementia. This disease causes changes in memory, thinking and behavior. Symptoms typically develop slowly and gradually worsen over time, interfering with activities in ones daily life.

Frontal Temporal Dementia
Frontotemporal Lobar Degeneration (FLTD) is a group of neurodegenerative conditions in which cognitive and behavioral decline is related to changes in the brain’s frontal and temporal regions.

Lewy Body Dementia
Lewy Body Dementia (LBD) is a progressive neurodegenerative condition associated with cognitive, psychiatric, and motor symptoms caused by abnormal protein deposits called Lewy bodies.

Memory Concerns
Many people experience changes in their memory as they age. If you or a loved one have concerns about changes in memory or thinking, make an appointment with a physician to determine the cause.

Vascular Dementia
Vascular Dementia describes cognitive decline associated with impaired blood flow to the brain.

Mild Cognitive Impairment
Mild Cognitive Impairment (MCI) is a clinical diagnosis used to describe persons who have more problems with cognition (memory and other thinking abilities) than would be expected for their age. Although these changes may adversely impact ones daily life, persons with MCI are still able to care for themselves and live independently.

Neurocognitive Assessment
Persons with Dementia will receive a comprehensive cognitive assessment to identify their current health status.

Care Plan
Persons with Dementia receive care plans that address their goals, preferences, and needs, which empowers them feel certain about next steps.

Medication Management
Clinician reviews and reconciles medication as needed, through care navigators who provide tips for persons with Dementia to maintain the correct medication schedule.

On-Going Monthly Support
GIA Clinicians provide long-term help to persons with Dementia and their family members so they can revisit their goals and needs at any time and are not left alone in the process. This will be one-on-one monthly check-ins with the Healthcare Professional.

Referral Coordination
Persons with Dementia and their family members will be connected to community-based services and supports, such as home-delivered meals and transportation.

Caregiver Support
Family members can take educational classes and beneficiaries will receive respite services, which helps relieve the challenges of caregiving duties.

Advanced Care Planning
Persons with Dementia and their family members meet with a Healthcare Professional to discuss and prepare for care that could be provided for you in the future.