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| Alzheimer’s Diagnosis and Evaluation: Through a comprehensive assessment, a team consisting of a geriatric physician and/or nurse, social worker and specialized staff determine the type of memory disorder or dementia. Information about the disease and assistance in obtaining the necessary resources to provide the most appropriate care are provided. Maine’s evaluation centers are listed below: | ||
| Name | Address | Phone |
| The Center for Healthy Aging | Bangor, Maine | (207) 973-7094 |
| Community Health and Counseling Services and Maine Coast Physician’s Affiliate | Bangor, Maine | (207) 947-0366 |
| AGES Program, University of New England | Biddeford and Portland, Maine | 1-800-930-2437 and (207) 283-4882 |
| The Alzheimer’s and Memory Center, Eastern Neurology Associates | Bangor, Maine | (207) 947-0558 |
| Memory Clinic, Cary Medical Center | Caribou, Maine | (207) 498-3111 ext. 1394 |
| Gardiner Evaluation Unit, | Gardiner, Maine | (207) 626-1773 |
| MMC Geriatric Center | Scarborough, Maine | 871-2847 |
| Geriatricians: Physicians specializing in the care of the elderly. | ||
| Name | Address | Phone |
| None | ||
| Elder Law Attorneys: Specifically knowledgeable about the laws and regulations that affect the elderly, including powers of attorney, guardianship, transfer of assets and Medicaid and Medicare. | ||
| Name | Address | Phone |
| Legal Services for the Elderly | 1-800-750-5353 | |
| Lawyer Referral and Information Service | 1-800-860-1460 | |
| Volunteer Lawyers Project | 1-800-442-4293 | |
| In-Home Respite: Funds are available through the Partners in Caring Program to pay for in-home respite and overnight respite at home or in a facility to give caregivers some time off. With temporary relief, families may be able to care for the person with dementia at home much longer than would otherwise be possible. For more information, contact: | ||
| Name | Address | Phone |
| Seniors Plus | 1-800-427-1241 | |
| Support Groups: Led by an experienced facilitator, caregivers have the opportunity to share experiences and get support and emotional encouragement from others. | ||
| Name | Address | Phone |
| Seniors Plus Building | Wilton | 1-800-427-1241 |
| Adult Day Services: Day care centers provide a safe, structured setting, which can help to maintain functioning as long as possible. | ||
| Name | Address | Phone |
| Community Concepts | 28 Congress St. Rumford |
364-3721 |
| Home Health Agencies: Visiting nurses, home health aides, personal care assistants, and homemakers can provide services in the home ranging from personal care to health care and professional care. | ||
| Name | Address | Phone |
| Home Resources of ME 155 Center St., Bldg. D-4 Auburn 1-800-639-3084 | ||
| Bridges | 1-800-876-9212 | |
| Androscoggin Home Health | 75 Allen St, Box 797 Wilton |
645-5334 |
| Farmington Med Supply & Svs | 206 Broadway Farmington |
778-2520 |
| Gentiva Health Services | RR 4 Box 5108 Farmington |
1-800-280-8202 |
| Residential Care/ Assisted Living Facilities with Alzheimer’s Units: Residential care facilities and assisted living (AL) serve individuals who need supervision around the clock, but do not yet have the medical problems that require nursing home placement. | ||
| Name | Address | Phone |
| (Alz) Sandy River NCC | RFD 4, 119 Livermore Falls Rd. Farmington |
778-6591 |
| Nursing Facilities with Alzheimer’s Units: Nursing facilities serve people with Alzheimer’s and other dementias who have medical needs that require nursing care. | ||
| Name | Address | Phone |
| (Alz) Sandy River NCC | RFD 4, 119 Livermore Falls Rd. Farmington |
778-6591 |
For More Information Call:
The Alzheimer’s Association
Maine Chapter
Portland, ME
TEL: 1-800-660-2871
This list does not constitute an endorsement or a recommendation.
