Where do you go to find out if your elderly dad is still a safe driver or who can help if your loved one can’t remember how to get home from the grocery store?
The Memory Disorder Center at Broward Health North is here to help answer these questions and more. We have established a timeline for testing and evaluation to facilitate fast, accurate diagnosis so that patients and caregivers can have access to much needed treatment, support and services as soon as possible.
Services and benefits to the community include:
• Thorough testing and evaluation by a multi-disciplinary team including a Neurologist Neuro-Psychologist, Psychiatrist, Nurse, Social Workers and a Research Team.
• Timeline for a comprehensive diagnosis as quickly as possible so patients and caregivers can begin treatment and have access to services and support.
• Accessibility to cutting edge clinical trials
• Drive Able – Safe Driving Assessment
• Caregiver Assistance Program (CAP) – day and night programs available (the only program in Florida) providing support and education for caregivers
• Support groups
• Lectures and community education
• Respite Services
• Continuing follow up care
• Silver Alert & Lost On Foot Partners
Broward Health North is the only Joint Commission Certified Alzheimer’s Disease Program in the nation. The Joint Commission Gold Seal of approval validates that BHN consistently follows the national standards that lead to the best care of Alzheimer’s patients.
Meeting the Joint Commission’s standards for disease specific certification is an accomplishment that recognizes Broward Health North’s dedication and commitment in the treatment of Alzheimer’s Disease.
