ALZHEIMER’S/DEMENTIA SUPPORT SERVICES

WASHINGTON 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

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

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

·         Memory Clinic, Cary Medical Center, Caribou

(207) 498-3111 ext. 1394

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

(207) 947-0558

·         Gardiner Evaluation Unit, Gardiner

(207) 626-1773

·         Sacopee Valley Health Center, Kezar Falls

(207) 625-8126

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

(207) 255-8311

·         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

 

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:

               Eastern Agency on Aging                              1-800-432-7812

 

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

              

                        Narraguagus Bay HCF                        Main Street                        Milbridge                        546-2371

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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.

              New Horizons ADC            144 South Street            Calais                     454-8436

              Campbells Hill ADC    PO Box 254                       Cherryfield              546-9752

               High Tide Senior Center    2 Kilby Street               Eastport          733-2398

               Marshall House Care       P.O. Box 298               Machias           255-3387

               Marshall Care Center                            255-4789

 

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)                                     1-800-876-9212

               Sunrise County Home Care               South Lubec Road               Lubec             733-5541

               Comm. Health & Counseling               Rt Causeway               Machias           255-8311      

               Comm. Health & Counseling               RR1, Box 339A               Machias           454-2914

               Home Resources of Maine 51 Court St.               Machias                      255-45571-800-639-3084

 

Residential Care/Assisted Living Facilities:  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.

               Calais Boarding Home     22 Calais Avenue               Calais             255-8596

               Eastport Boarding Home     239 Water Street               Eastport          255-8596

               Oceanview Res. Care       48 Washington Street               Lubec             733-4900

               Machias Boarding Home     2 North Street               Machias           255-8596

               Marshall Assisted Living Ctr.               112 Court Street               Machias           255-3196

               Marshall Manor, Inc.         10 Cooper Street               Machias           255-6611

 

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

               Atlantic Rehab & Nursing Ctr.               Palmer Street Ext.               Calais             454-2366

               Eastport Mem. Nursing Home               23 Boynton Street               Eastport          853-2531

               Sunrise Res. Care Facility               Ocean Street               Jonesport      497-2363

               Oceanview Nursing Home     48 Washington Street               Lubec             733-4374

               Narraguagus Bay Health Care               P.O. Box 309               Milbridge         546-2371

 

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