Choose from 16 providers offering comprehensive dementia care support at no cost through Medicare's GUIDE program in Connecticut.
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Ceresti Health, headquartered in Carlsbad, California, is a nationwide CMS GUIDE Model participant serving families across all 50 states. Eligible Traditional Medicare beneficiaries and caregivers receive a dedicated care navigator, personalized dementia education, caregiving tools, and up to $2,500 per year in respite care at no out-of-pocket cost. Services are delivered through an iPad-based platform with pre-loaded content, internet access, and engagement modules including reminiscence and music therapy.
Emerest Medical, based in Brooklyn, New York, provides dementia care through the Medicare GUIDE Model. Each family is paired with a dedicated care navigator who develops a customized care plan. The program includes a 24/7 support helpline, caregiver education, and connections to community resources. Eligible caregivers can receive Medicare-covered respite care, including in-home shifts, adult day care, and short-term facility stays, at no out-of-pocket cost.
EmpowerMe Medical Group, P.C., the medical practice of EmpowerMe Wellness, participates in the Medicare GUIDE Model, serving beneficiaries in all 50 states. Each participant receives a personalized care plan and a dedicated care navigator coordinating appointments, medications, and community referrals. The program provides 24/7 access to geriatric-trained clinicians, caregiver education and support groups, and Medicare-covered in-home respite care for qualifying caregivers. Services are fully covered for eligible Medicare beneficiaries.
GamePlan Medical participates in the Medicare GUIDE Model, providing physician-guided dementia care between office visits. Following an initial assessment, a physician-led team assigns a care navigator for regular check-ins covering medications, home safety, daily routines, and caregiver stress. The program includes 24/7 support line access, caregiver education and training, and up to $2,500 per year in respite care. Services are covered at no out-of-pocket cost for eligible Medicare beneficiaries.
Harmonic Health is a dementia care medical group participating in the Medicare GUIDE Model, serving patients and caregivers in more than 30 states. Care navigators work alongside clinicians to provide personalized care planning and 24/7 support. GUIDE enrollment includes an annual respite benefit of up to $2,500 fully covered by Medicare. Harmonic Health also connects families with homecare and adult day program partners.
JVS Health participates in the CMS GUIDE Model, providing virtual dementia care navigation in New York, New Jersey, and Connecticut. Beneficiaries are paired with a care navigator who coordinates care and connects families to housing, financial aid, and support groups. The program includes caregiver education, a 24/7 dementia specialist support line, and respite through in-home assistance or partnered facilities. Services are covered by Medicare at no out-of-pocket cost.
Lifetime Redesign OT, PLLC specializes in providing occupational therapy services tailored for individuals with dementia. Their approach focuses on enhancing the quality of life through personalized care plans that address cognitive, physical, and emotional needs. Services include home safety assessments, cognitive rehabilitation, and caregiver training. Their team of experienced occupational therapists works closely with patients and families to promote independence and safety in daily living activities. Visit their website to learn more about how they can support your loved one’s journey with dementia.
NYC-Metro Physician Services PC delivers dementia care through Parker At Your Door, a community health program of Parker Jewish Institute in New Hyde Park, New York. A CMS GUIDE Model participant, it provides dedicated care navigators, personalized care plans, caregiver education, respite services, and a 24/7 dementia support line. Services are available to eligible Medicare beneficiaries in the New York metropolitan area.
PocketRN is a CMS GUIDE Model participant providing virtual, nurse-led dementia care at no cost to Traditional Medicare Parts A and B enrollees. Each family is paired with a dementia-trained nurse for regular check-ins, with 24/7 virtual care team access. Services include care coordination, medication review, caregiver education, and up to 72 hours of paid in-home respite care annually. PocketRN partners with home care agencies nationwide.
The Connecticut Hospice, through its Stand By Me GUIDE Program, serves community-dwelling Medicare patients in New Haven, Fairfield, and Middlesex counties — one of only two approved GUIDE providers in Connecticut. Services include personalized care planning, symptom management for agitation, anxiety, and sleep disturbances, caregiver education and training, advance care planning, and respite support. The program helps families manage dementia's complexities while preserving patient comfort and dignity.
Synapticure is a virtual specialty care provider for people with Alzheimer's and other dementias, Parkinson's, ALS, and related neurodegenerative conditions. An Established CMS GUIDE Model participant since July 2024, it serves Medicare beneficiaries with dementia in all 50 states. Services include video visits with neurologists, dedicated care teams, 24/7 phone support, care navigation, caregiver support, and respite care. Care is covered by Medicare, Medicaid, and most major insurers.
SAH Telemedicine PC, accessible through Tembo Health at tembo.health, offers specialized telemedicine services tailored for dementia care. This platform connects patients with healthcare professionals who provide remote consultations, monitoring, and management of dementia symptoms. The service aims to enhance the quality of life for dementia patients by offering convenient access to expert care from the comfort of home. It's an ideal solution for those seeking regular medical attention without the need for physical travel.
The Neurology Center of Southern California (North County Neurology Associates) is a private neurology practice established in 1978, with offices in Carlsbad, Escondido, La Jolla, Poway, San Diego, and Temecula. The practice participates in the CMS GUIDE Model, providing Medicare-covered dementia care including memory evaluations, neuropsychological testing, personalized treatment plans, and ongoing patient and family support. New patients can schedule online or by phone.
The University of Connecticut Health Center's James E. C. Walker Memory Assessment Program diagnoses Alzheimer's and other dementias in Farmington, Connecticut. Through the CMS GUIDE Model, UConn Health provides care coordination, caregiver education and support, and respite services at no cost to patients with traditional Medicare Parts A and B. A Dementia Care Navigator serves as ongoing contact. The program enrolls Connecticut residents in all counties except Fairfield.
Vahe Akopian MD Inc provides specialized dementia care in Glendale, California, led by neurologist Dr. Vahe Akopian. As a CMS GUIDE Model participant, the practice partners with AVVACare to deliver Medicare-covered dementia care coordination and caregiver support. Services include personalized care plans, medication management, help arranging meals and transportation, 24/7 support access, and respite care. The program is designed to help individuals with dementia remain safely in their homes.
Neuroglee Health (Neuroglee Care, PLLC), headquartered in Boston, Massachusetts, is a virtual dementia care provider and CMS GUIDE Model participant. Care teams deliver assessments, personalized cognitive care plans, medication review, 24/7 support, care coordination, and community resource referrals. Caregiver education, ongoing monitoring, and respite care are available at no cost to eligible Medicare patients. Neuroglee collaborates with health systems including Mayo Clinic to serve patients at home.
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