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New Dementia Support
If you or a loved one have been diagnosed with dementia, you may be eligible for support through the federal government’s new program, GUIDE (Guiding an Improved Dementia Experience).
What is GUIDE?
GUIDE is a program developed for Medicare dementia clients and their caregivers to offer increased support and education to individuals with mild, moderate, or severe dementia.
The goal of the program is to provide compassionate, person-centered support for the dementia client and their caregiver that promotes quality of life and reduces stress.
For Primary Care Providers: The National Dementia Care Collaborative explains how Medicare’s GUIDE program can help PCPs support patients living with dementia. Watch “GUIDE for Primary Care Providers” on YouTube (opens in new tab).
For Families and Caregivers: The National Dementia Care Collaborative explains how Medicare’s GUIDE program can help families and caregivers of people living with dementia. Watch “GUIDE for Families and Caregivers” on YouTube (opens in new tab).
GUIDE Program highlights:
- Services are covered at no additional cost to the client or
- $2,563 annually for in-home or adult day center respite (time off for the caregiver)
- Personalized Care Plans: Tailored care that adapts as needs
- Comprehensive Assessments: To understand the specific challenges and strengths of each individual and caregiver.
- Ongoing Support: Regular check-ins to help you navigate the complexities of dementia care with confidence
- Caregiver services: including training on how to best care for your loved one living with dementia, education, and respite services.
Who Qualifies?
- If you/your loved one has a diagnosis or mild, moderate, or severe dementia you may qualify.
- You have traditional Medicare parts A&B (and are not enrolled in Medicare Advantage).
- You live in a home, assisted living facility, group home, or rest home; you cannot live in a nursing home long term.
- You are not enrolled in a SCO/One Care, PACE or hospice.
Contact
Please contact 508-595-8106 or email info@escci.org for more information