Learn about The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) a new model and how it can help you, your loved ones, and clients. The GUIDE Model aims to: + Improve quality of life for people living with dementia + Reduce stress on unpaid caregivers of people living with dementia + Connect to community resources, lessen Emergency Department and hospital utilization, and improve outcomes 

The Positive Aging Community recently hosted a discussion featuring Dr. Jennifer Pauldurai, a cognitive behavioral neurologist, and Tyler M. Lloyd, a Certified Dementia Practitioner, focusing on dementia care and the CMS-approved Guide program. Dr. Pauldurai shared insights into cognitive impairments and dementia, emphasizing the importance of understanding different types of dementia and the need for personalized treatment plans. She highlighted the significance of early diagnosis and the availability of new treatments for Alzheimer's disease. Tyler Lloyd introduced the Guide program, which aims to support unpaid caregivers and delay nursing home placements for individuals with dementia. The program offers free resources, including care navigation and respite care, for those with traditional Medicare and a dementia diagnosis. The discussion underscored the importance of community resources and support systems in managing dementia care, encouraging caregivers to seek help and utilize available programs to alleviate the challenges of caregiving.

• Dr. Jennifer Pauldurai board-certified neurologist Inova Health System
• Tyler M. Lloyd, CDP GUIDE Dementia Program Manager

Transcript audio1336239963.pdf

Recording link https://www.retirementlivingsourcebook.com/videos/guiding-an-improved-dementia-experience-guide-model-7891