A mild cognitive impairment or dementia diagnosis affects the whole family. Learn about important resources for care partners.
Helpful Tips on How to Talk to a Loved One About Getting an Alzheimer’s or Related Dementia Diagnosis Getting an Alzheimer’s diagnosis can be the first step to connecting with appropriate therapy, medication, and support. But sometimes people experiencing symptoms of undiagnosed Alzheimer’s disease are resistant to seeking that important diagnosis. Our Conversation Guide offers […]
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Helpful Tips on How to Talk to a Loved One About Getting an Alzheimer’s or Related Dementia Diagnosis Getting an Alzheimer’s diagnosis can be the first step to connecting with appropriate therapy, medication, and support. But sometimes people experiencing symptoms of undiagnosed Alzheimer’s disease are resistant to seeking that important diagnosis. Our Conversation Guide offers […]
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Table of Contents 1. Clinical Management Guidelines Alzheimer’s Disease, Lewy Body Dementia, Vascular/Mixed Dementia, and Frontotemporal Dementia a. Healthy Lifestyle b. Risk Factor Management c. Medication Strategies i. Acetylcholinesterase Inhibitors (ACHEIs) Initiation and Management ii. Memantine Initiation and Management II. Targeted Management of Common […]
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1. What is an Annual Wellness Visit (AWV)? 2. Who qualifies for an AWV? All Medicare Part B Patients who have received Medicare Part B benefits for 12+ months and have not had their Initial Preventive Physical Exam/“Welcome to Medicare” preventive visit within 12 months. 3. How often can a patient receive an AWV? A […]
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THE ANNUAL WELLNESS VISIT What is the Annual Wellness Visit? Also called the AWV or the Medicare Annual Wellness Visit) A free yearly appointment for people over 65 with their provider. • Paid for by Medicare • Non-invasive • Administered in person or via telehealth • Designed to help prevent disease and disability Am I […]
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Where Support Starts You are not alone on your Alzheimer’s disease journey. A diagnosis of Alzheimer’s disease or a related dementia is life changing both for the person and for the people who care for them. If you care for someone who has Alzheimer’s or a related dementia, you should know about these important resources […]
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Regular check-ups and living a healthy lifestyle is key to living a healthy and vibrant life. Check out this list of the top 8 diseases that affect African Americans: Diabetes A diabetes diagnosis is 60% more likely to occur in the African American population. Common warning signs include increased thirst and hunger, dry mouth, frequent […]
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10 Common Signs of Caregiver Stress 1. Denial about the disease and its effect on the person who has been diagnosed. I know Mom is going to get better. 2. Anger at the person living with dementia or frustration that he or she can’t do the things that once came naturally. He knows how to […]
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HERE FOR YOU Georgia Memory Net Is Here for Practices Like Yours Georgia Memory Net (GMN) Memory Assessment Clinics (MACs) Take in-depth memory evaluations off the schedules of time-crunched PCPs. Expert diagnostic assessment by providers trained by Emory University’s Goizueta Alzheimer’s Disease Research Center and supported by the National Institutes of Health. GMN makes your […]
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Join Our Caregiving During Crisis Program Georgia Memory Net’s parent organization and collaborators at Emory’s Goizueta Alzheimer’s Disease Research Center have released this helpful information to help support caregivers during this time of Coronavirus. We are addressing this to all the family members and friends who… Resources for Care Partners Georgia Memory Net’s parent organization […]
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Simple Tips for Keeping Your Person Safer Are you a Care Partner—sometimes called a Caregiver? Do you assist in the care of a family member or a loved one with a chronic illness or disability? If so, Caregiving During Crisis is here for you. We’ve collected relevant information for the Centers for Disease control and […]
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Advice from the Alzheimers Association Alzheimers care options It is often difficult to decide which type of care is best for a person living with Alzheimer’s or another dementia. How much care is needed depends on how independently the person can perform everyday tasks. For example, he or she may need help with some of […]
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Our diagnosis process…. peace of mind with a supportive process designed to ease anxiety and craft an actionable care plan for a clear path forward.
Start with your trusted primary care provider for an initial evaluation.
Based on your unique situation, an in-person or assisted Telehealth appointment will be provided.
Our memory care experts will provide you with a clear diagnosis and personalized care plan.
Connect with resources that support your journey with expert guidance.
You will continue with ongoing care in partnership with your primary care provider.
