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Guiding an Improved Dementia Experience

Guiding an Improved Dementia Experience

The GUIDE Program is designed to make life easier and more meaningful for individuals living with dementia—and for the caregivers who support them. Whether someone is living alone with mild to severe dementia or with family, GUIDE provides ongoing support, resources, and peace of mind.

To qualify, the individual with cognitive impairment must be enrolled in Medicare Part A & B.


Why Choose GUIDE?

With GUIDE, you gain:

  • 🌿 Access to long-term care resources – Practical help tailored to your needs.

  • ❤️ Improved health outcomes – Coordinated support that enhances quality of life.

  • 💪 Reduced caregiver burden – Relief, guidance, and resources for families.


GUIDE is here to support both the journey and the people who make it possible.


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GUIDE Program

Guiding an Improved Dementia Experience

Living with dementia brings unique challenges, not only for the individual but also for their loved ones. The GUIDE Program provides compassionate, ongoing support that focuses on improving quality of life, promoting independence, and easing the stress of caregiving.

This program is available to individuals living alone with mild to severe dementia or those living with their caregivers. To be eligible, the individual with cognitive impairment must be enrolled in Medicare Part A & B.


Program Benefits

With GUIDE, participants and their families gain access to:

  • 🌿 Long-Term Care Resources
    Connection to trusted services, programs, and supports that help individuals remain safe and engaged at home.

  • ❤️ Improved Health Outcomes
    Coordinated care that prioritizes physical, emotional, and cognitive well-being—improving overall quality of life.

  • 💪 Reduced Caregiver Burden
    Relief and support for caregivers through guidance, education, and resources that prevent burnout and encourage balance.


How GUIDE Helps

Each participant is paired with a care team that works alongside families to build a personalized plan of care. This includes:

  • Regular check-ins and ongoing care coordination.

  • Education and training for caregivers.

  • Navigation support for medical, social, and community-based services.

  • Assistance planning for future care needs.

By working together, GUIDE helps ensure that both individuals living with dementia and their caregivers feel supported every step of the way.


Getting Started

Enrolling in the GUIDE Program is simple. If you or a loved one has dementia and are covered by Medicare Part A & B, you may qualify.

📞 Contact the Aging & Disability Resource Center (ADRC) today to learn more about eligibility, services, and how to begin your journey with GUIDE.


GUIDE: Supporting individuals with dementia and the caregivers who love them.

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