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SENIOR RESOURCES

FREE DEMENTIA SUPPORT PROGRAM

for Seniors and Caregivers

by Dr. Jonathan Singer

he Garrison Institute on • Guidance in navigating medical Families who have already
Aging (GIA) Memory Clinic at and social services participated in the program share
TTexas Tech University Health stories of relief and gratitude. One
Sciences Center is proud to offer • Assistance with planning for future caregiver wrote, “The GIA Memory
a new, no-cost program designed needs Clinic is phenomenal. No words
to support individuals living with • 24/7 access to caregiver support will ever express my gratitude
dementia and their caregivers. to Dr. Ayers, Dr. Singer, and the
Through the federally funded • Up to $2,500 per year in free in- entire team.” Another expressed
GUIDE Model (Guiding an Improved home respite care provided by appreciation for Wovenly’s ability
Dementia Experience), we now Home Instead to simplify the process and reduce
provide comprehensive dementia frustration, calling their support
care navigation services right here in These services are available in “invaluable.”
Lubbock. person at our GIA Memory Clinic
or through virtual options including To qualify for the GUIDE Model,
This program is part of a national phone, video, and text—ensuring individuals must have Medicare
Medicare initiative and is offered in accessibility and flexibility for Part A and B and a formal dementia
partnership with Wovenly and Home families. Dr. Jonathan Singer, Clinical diagnosis. However, for those who
Instead® to deliver personalized Psychologist at the GIA Memory do not qualify, the GIA Memory
support for seniors and their Clinic, explains, “Our goal has Clinic still offers several other
families. The goal is to improve the always been to walk beside families services through our Comprehensive
quality of life for those affected by as they navigate dementia. With Memory Clinic.
dementia and provide caregivers the GUIDE Model, we can now
with the resources they need to offer a new level of compassionate, If you or a loved one are noticing
feel supported, empowered, and personalized support that meets memory changes or have concerns
prepared. families where they are, both about dementia, your primary care
emotionally and physically.” provider can refer you to our clinic
The GUIDE Model offers eligible for a full evaluation. We are here to
participants a wide range of services What makes this program unique is help you every step of the way—
at no cost, including: its focus on both the person living with experience, compassion, and
with dementia and their caregiver. dedication.
• A thorough diagnostic memory Many families feel overwhelmed
and health evaluation after a diagnosis, not sure what For more information or to begin the

• A personalized care plan tailored to steps to take next. The GUIDE referral process, call the GIA Memory
Clinic at (806) 743-9401 or email
each patient’s needs team—including care navigators
from Wovenly—helps eliminate that GIAMC@ttuhsc.edu.
• Medication management and confusion by providing step-by-step We’re honored to serve Lubbock and
follow-up care support, education, and coordination surrounding communities and to be
of care. your guide through the dementia
• Emotional and educational support
for caregivers journey.

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