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Alzheimer's Association 24/7 HELPLINE 800-272-3900 |
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Alzheimer's Association 24/7 HELPLINE 800-272-3900 |
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Memory Clinics and Other Resources  |
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Florida legislature has authorized 17 memory disorder clinics (MDCs) operating in 13 distinct service areas that provide comprehensive diagnostic and referral services for persons with Alzheimer’s disease and related dementia. The clinics also conduct service-related research and develop caregiver training materials and educational opportunities to strengthen Miami-Dade's dementia-care community. |
Floridians of any age suspected of having a memory disorder may request that a Memory Disorder Clinic conduct diagnostic evaluations to determine probable Alzheimer’s disease or related disorders. ______________________________________________ The Memory Disorder Clinics also coordinate with law enforcement agencies after a Silver Alert has been issued. |
In Miami-Dade County, the Memory Disorder Clinics are: University of Miami Health System call 305-243-3100 or http://cnsa.med.miami.edu/memory-disorders-clinc The Wein Center at Mt. Sinai call 305-674-2037 or https://www.msmc.com/neuroscienes/wien-center-for-alzheimers-disease-memory-disorders/ The Memory and Research Center at Miami Jewish Health, call 305-514-8710 or https://www.miamijewishhealth,org/health/mind-institute/ |
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Additional local resources regarding Alzheimer’s Disease or related dementia include:
Alzheimer’s Disease Initiative The Alzheimer’s Disease Initiative (ADI) provides services to individuals with Alzheimer’s disease and/or similar memory disorders, and their families. Supportive services include: counseling, consumable medical supplies, caregiver training, and respite for caregivers. Services are authorized by a case manager based on a comprehensive assessment and unmet needs identified during that assessment. To find an Alzheimer’s Respite Provider or an Alzheimer’s Support Group in your area, please contact the Alliance for Aging’s Aging and Disability Resource Center (ADRC) at 305-670-4357.
The Alzheimer’s Association The Alzheimer’s Association is a national nonprofit and leader in the fight to end Alzheimer’s and all other dementia. They accomplish this by accelerating global research, driving risk reduction and early detection, and maximizing quality care and support. For more information, visit https://www.alz.org/seflorida or call the 24/7 Helpline at 800-272-3900.
The ACTS 2 Project provides support to African-American Alzheimer’s caregivers. Through their FREE caregiving support sessions, you will learn the essential skills needed to support your loved ones. In addition, ACTS 2 will provide FREE telephone-based training and support sessions when you need them. |
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