ALZHEIMER’S/DEMENTIA SUPPORT SERVICES

ANDROSCOGGIN COUNTY

 

 

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:

·         The Center for Healthy Aging, Bangor

(207) 973-7094

·         Community Health and Counseling Services and Maine Coast Physician’s Affiliate, Bangor

(207) 947-0366

·         AGES Program, University of New England, Biddeford and Portland

1-800-930-2437 and (207) 283-4882

·         The Alzheimer’s and Memory Center, Eastern Neurology Associates, Bangor

(207) 947-0558

·         Memory Clinic, Cary Medical Center, Caribou

(207) 498-3111 ext. 1394

·         Gardiner Evaluation Unit, Gardiner

(207) 626-1773

·         MMC Geriatric Center, PortlandScarborough

871-2847

 

Geriatricians:  Physicians specializing in the care of the elderly.

                   Maxwell Barus, MD                 DFD Russell Med Ctr.          Leeds                     524-3501

               Jabbar Fazeli, MD                   100 Campus Ave, Ste 102   Lewiston                 755-3360

              

 

Neurologists:  A referral from a primary care physician is usually required for a neurologist, who specializes in brain diseases and disorders.

                  Daniel Bobker, MD                  287 Main St, Ste 404            Lewiston                 795-2927

              Stephanie Carinci, MD            99 Campus Ave, Ste 402     Lewiston                 777-4455

              Carl Robinson, MD                 99 Campus Ave, Ste 402     Lewiston                 777-4455

  Walid Nasr, MD  76 High Street  Lewiston  777-1887

 

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.

               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

               Carlin & Kienitz                       1 Wakefield St                      Lewiston                 783-8500

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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:

               Western Area Agency on AgingSeniors Plus                                                                         1-800-427-1241 or 795-4010

 

Support Groups:  Led by an experienced facilitator, caregivers have the opportunity to share experiences and get support and emotional encouragement from others.

               Clover Manor                           440 Minot Avenue                 Auburn                    784-3573

               D'Youville Pavilion                   102 Campus Street              Lewiston                 777-4200

               Russell Park Manor                                                              Lewiston                 786-0691

               The Lamp                                664  Lisbon Street                   Lisbon                     353-4318

 

Adult Day Services:  Day care centers provide a safe, structured setting, which can help to maintain functioning as long as possible.

               Auburn RCF                            185 Summer Street              Auburn                    786-0676

               Clover Manor                           440 Minot Avenue                 Auburn                    784-3573

               W.T. Twarog Senior Ctr.        368 Minot Avenue                 Auburn                    783-9288

               Montello Caring Hands Adult Day  540 College Street         Lewiston                 783-2039

               The Lamp                                64 Lisbon Street                   Lisbon                     353-4318

 

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.

               Clover Home Health Care       440 Minot Avenue                 Auburn                    784-3573

               Gentiva Health Services         475 Pleasant Street              Auburn                    782-5767

               Bridges                                    P.O. Box 2309                      Augusta                   1-800-876-9212

               Androscoggin Home Care&HospiceP.O. Box 819              Lewiston                 777-7740 

               Griffiths Assoc                        918 Sabattus Street             Lewiston                 782-1680

               Helping Hands                         671 Main Street                    Lewiston                 777-5294

               Interim Health Care                 675 Main Street                    Lewiston                 783-6700

               NE Home Therapies               21 Westminster Street         Lewiston                 784-1056

 

Residential Care Facilities / Assisted Living Facilities with Alzheimer’s Units:  Residential care and assisted living (AL) facilities serve individuals who need supervision, but do not yet have the medical problems that require nursing home placement.

     Alz     Clover Manor                           440 Minot Avenue                 Auburn                    784-3573

               Schooner Estates (AL)           200 Stetson Road                Auburn                    784-2900

     Alz     Marshwood Ctr                       33 Roger Street                    Lewiston                 784-0108

 

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     Alz     Russell Park Manor                158 Russell Street                Lewiston                 786-0691

     Alz     The Lamp                                64 Lisbon Road                    Lisbon                     353-4318

     Alz     Parkview NH & Rehab Ser     45 Fiorica Road                    Livermore Falls      897-6748

 

Nursing Facilities with Alzheimer’s Units:  Nursing facilities serve people with Alzheimer’s and other dementias who have medical needs that require nursing care.

     Alz     Clover Manor                           440 Minot Avenue                 Auburn                    784-3573

     Alz     D'Youville Pavilion                   102 Campus Avenue            Lewiston                 777-4200

     Alz     Marshwood Ctr                       33 Roger Street                    Lewiston                 784-0108 

     Alz     Montello Manor II                     540 College Street                Lewiston                 783-2039

     Alz     Russell Park Manor                158 Russell Street                Lewiston                 786-0691

     Alz     Parkview NH & Rehab Ser     RFD 1, Fiorica Road            Livermore Falls      897-6748

     Alz     The Lamp                                64 Lisbon Road                    Lisbon                     353-4318

 

 

 

FOR MORE INFORMATION CALL:

 

THE ALZHEIMER’S ASSOCIATION

MAINE CHAPTER

PORTLAND, ME

1-800-660-2871

 

This list does not constitute an endorsement or a recommendation.

 

11/97

Updated 2/98, 10/98, 5/99, 3/00, 3/01, 12/01, 7/02