ALZHEIMER’S/DEMENTIA SUPPORT SERVICES

KENNEBEC 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, ~~Portland~~Scarborough

871-2847

Geriatricians: Physicians specializing in the care of the elderly.

Laurel Coleman, MD 40 Glenridge Drive Augusta 623-2593

Karen Gershman, MD 40 Glenridge Drivel Augusta 623-2593

Roland Knausenberger, MD, FACP 180 KMD Waterville 872-2900

Geriatric Psychiatrists: Psychiatrists specializing in the care of the elderly.

Whitney Houghton, MD 402 Water Street Hallowell 626-5750

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

Julius Ciembroniewicz, MD 16 Middle St. Augusta 622-6271

Dr. Pakiam 56 Winthrop Street Augusta 626-0481

Iain Sanderson, MD Togus VA Togus 623-8411

Peter Bridgman, MD 51 Harpswell Rd. Brunswick 729-7800

Marvin Eisengart, MD 325 E. Kennedy Mem Dr. Waterville 873-1990

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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.

Advocates for Medicare Patients 72 Winthrop Street Augusta 621-0374

Lawyer Referral and Information Service 1-800-860-1460

Legal Services for the Elderly 1-800-750-5353

Maine State Bar Association PO Box 788 Augusta 622-1460

Tobi Leanne Schneider 49 Silver Street Waterville 873-7755

Tel-Law 124 State Street Augusta 622-1470

Volunteer Lawyers Project 1-800-442-4293

~~David Bernier~~ ~~873-0155~~

John Nale P.O. Box 2611 Waterville 873-4304

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:

Senior Spectrum 1 Weston Court Augusta 1-800-639-1553

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

Alzheimer Care Center 154 Dresden Avenue Gardiner 626-1769

Gardiner Skilled Nursing Unit Gardiner 582-4662

Muskie Center 38 Gold Street Waterville 873-4745

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

(Alz) Alzheimer Care Center 154 Dresden Avenue Gardiner 626-1770

Wm.S Cohen Community Ctr P.O. Box 272 Hallowell 626-7777

~~Mt. St. Joseph~~ ~~7 Highwood Street~~ ~~Waterville~~ ~~873-0705~~

Muskie Ctr Adult Day Prog 38 Gold Street Waterville 873-4745

~~Heritage Rehab. and Living Ctr. Old Lewiston Road~~Heritage Rehab 457 Old Lewiston Rd. Winthrop 377-8453

Adult Social Night Programs: Night programs provide structured activities in a safe environment.

(Alz) The Twilight Club Rte. 226, RR9 Box 1560 Chelsea 588-0826

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.

Bridges ~~(Senior Spectrum)~~ 320 Water Street Augusta 1-800-876-9212

Griffiths Assoc. 538 Western Avenue Augusta 621-1125

Healthreach Network 150 Dresden Ave Gardiner 626-3435

Home Health Svs Hotline Augusta 621-8222

Home Choice Health Care Rt. 1 Box 270 Belgrade 495-2072

Hillside Care 21 Warren Street Hallowell 622-7071

Nursing & Home Care SOS 39 Central Street Hallowell 623-1655

Care & Comfort 105 Kennedy Mem Dr Waterville 872-5300

Healthreach Network 212 Main Street Waterville 873-6880

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Helping Hands RR3, Box 7230, China Rd. Winslow 873-0011

Tebolt & Bolduc RR3, Box 7230 Winslow 873-3742

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

Alz Alzheimer Care Center 154 Dresden Avenue Gardiner 626-1770

Alz Evergreen RCF 141 West River Road Waterville 861-8002

Alz RH Dolley Retirement Home 5 Choate Street Winslow 877-2230

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 Maine Veterans’ Home RR7, Box 901 Cony Rd Augusta 622-2454

Alz Glenridge 40 Glenridge Drive Augusta 623-2593

Alz Mt. St Joseph’s 7 Highwood Street Waterville 873-0705

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