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Kanishk D Sharma1, Gaby Naranjo2, Amy Harper3
1Division of Geriatric Medicine, Donald and Barbara Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell, Hempstead, New York, USA.
Background:
Despite high healthcare costs, people with dementia and their caregivers still struggle with care coordination and support. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services "Guiding an Improved Dementia Experience" initiative, presents an opportunity for innovative care models.
Methods:
Authors piloted Geriatrics Cognitive Assessment and Resource Engagement (CARE) Day, an interdisciplinary clinic model for patients living with dementia. In a single visit, patients saw a geriatrician, social worker, occupational therapist, and Alzheimer's Association care specialist.
Results:
CARE Day streamlined four different appointments into one, enhancing coordination. Geriatricians conducted cognitive assessments and care planning. Social workers connected caregivers to support groups and education. Occupational therapists addressed daily function, safety, and cognitive rehab needs. Alzheimer's Association care specialists connected families to memory-friendly programs. Follow-ups showed high patient and caregiver satisfaction, improved coordination, and fewer missed appointments.
Conclusion:
Interdisciplinary clinic approach improves dementia care by streamlining multiple appointments into a single visit, enhancing efficiency and support.
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