Services
Services offered by the Memory Clinic include Comprehensive Memory Evaluations or Mini-Memory screenings, caregiver education, support groups, training and assessments for medically at-risk drivers through DriveABLE. Call us at (321)768-9575 to schedule an appointment or email: info@ecfmdc.org for more information.
Our Comprehensive Memory Evaluation is available by appointment only. As memory difficulties arise from any of several medical or psychological causes, the comprehensive evaluation requires a thorough health history plus in-depth examination and testing. Each patient is encouraged to come with an informed caregiver or family member who can report as an observer. A brief neuropsycholgical test is conducted by a Florida Institute of Technology Doctoral student of Psychology using a variety of screens to assess attention/concentration, executive functioning, motor/processing speed, visuospatial skills, learning/memory, language and mood/personality. A licensed Social Worker meets with each patient/family to assess their social and emotional needs, assisting with coordination of services as indicated. A Health First Geriatric Physician performs a thorough medical examination to determine a proper diagnosis and rule out reversible forms of cognitive loss. Additional lab tests, imaging studies or blood work may be recommended. Most insurance plans are accepted for these services.
The Mini-Memory Screen is by appointment
and is available for any adult who is concerned about memory loss. It
is a very brief test that will provide basic information in relation to
a person’s age and education. For more definitive testing, the Comprehensive
Memory Evaluation is suggested.
Case Management and Counseling services may be suggested when an individual or family member needs additional help to find solutions for dementia care. Trained professionals offer support, information, resources, and ideas. We work closely with other agencies in the community and refer when needed.
Caregiver Education is offered at various
sites in Brevard County for family caregivers of Alzheimer’s and
other people affected with dementia. The training covers topics such as
“What to Expect,” “How to Cope,” and “Community
Resources” that can help. The program offers a self-assessment to
help determine the personal and wellness needs of both the patient and
the caregiver.
Training is available free of charge.
Our Caregiver Wellness Program is designed to provide support to family caregivers by looking at the mind, body and spiritual aspects of wellness.
Our Caregiver Support Groups offer a friendly, informal setting for family members who provide care for a loved one with dementia to help deal with the stress of caregiving. Discussions cover topics such as coping strategies for the caregiver, dealing with behavior issues, caregiver wellness, and where to find help or information. Meetings take place at various locations. Please call (321)768-9575 for more information.
Memory Enhancement is offered to individuals
who have completed a memory screening at the Clinic and show a mild cognitive
impairment. The training is a program designed to help improve memory
and cognitive functions through techniques and skills. Pre and post-tests
are administered to measure progress.
Our Professional Education is the Florida Alzheimer Disease
Initiative program with certified trainers and educational materials for
healthcare providers. It includes C.N.A. Levels I & II certified curriculum.
The educational material developed at the East Central Florida Memory
Clinic meets the mandated Alzheimer training for skilled nursing and assisted
living facilities, adult day care programs and home health agencies.
The Memory Clinic also participates in research programs, notable among which is the Florida Brain Bank program to help accelerate the discovery of a treatment and cure for Alzheimer’s Disease and related disorders. The purpose of the Brain Bank is to study the brains of individuals with dementing illnesses and to provide tissue for research. In this way, the medical community hopes to find some answers about these devastating diseases.
As members of the Brain Bank team, we realize that choosing to participate in this program may be a difficult decision. We are sensitive to your concerns and are here to help you find the answers. We are readily available to you and your family to personally discuss your particular situation.
Only by your participation in this program will your family have a definite diagnosis. Perhaps even more than that, we need your help in our fight against Alzheimer's disease. Through study and research, we hope to learn its cause. If you would like to learn more about how to register your relative in the State of Florida Brain Bank program, please call or e-mail us.
Speakers and Individualized Training Programs are available upon request for civic and community groups in our area. Call us at (321)768-9575 or email info@ecfmdc.org for further information.
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East Central Florida Memory Clinic
3661 S. Babcock Street; Melbourne, FL 32901
Phone (321) 768-9575 Fax (321) 725-1998
info@ecfmdc.org