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ALZHEIMER’S/DEMENTIA SUPPORT SERVICES
WALDO 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.
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.
Lawyer Referral and Information Service 1-800-860-1460
Legal
Services for the Elderly 1-800-750-5353
Volunteer
Lawyers Project 1-800-442-4293
Joseph
Moser 151 High St Belfast 338-1330
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 1-800-639-1553
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Support Groups: Led by an experienced facilitator, caregivers have the
opportunity to share experiences and get support and emotional encouragement
from others.
Harbor
Hill 33
Footbridge Road Belfast 338-3666338-5307
MacLeod Manor 1221 North Main Street Winterport 223-8812
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Adult Day Services: Day care centers provide a safe, structured setting, which
can help to maintain functioning as long as possible.
Tall Pines Adult Day Care 34 Martin Lane Belfast 338-4117
Waldo Cty Adult Day Care 18
Merriam Road Belfast 338-1190
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.
Belfast Public Health Nursing Assoc. Box 287 Belfast 338-3368
Bridges 1-800-876-9212
Kno-Wal-Lin Home Health Care 147 Waldo Ave, Ste
106,Belfast 338-2002
Waldo County Home Health Care Svs 118 Northport Ave Belfast 338-2500
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 Harbor Hill (AL) 33 Footbridge Road Belfast 338-3666
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 Harbor Hill 33 Footbridge Road Belfast 338-3666
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