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Worried About Alzheimer’s? Virtual Memory Screenings Are Free.

The Alzheimer’s Foundation of America is offering virtual memory screenings through its National Memory Screening Program, free. It’s easy to get one.
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The Alzheimer’s Foundation of America (AFA) offers virtual memory screening to accommodate the high demand for its services. Appointments can be scheduled by calling AFA at 866-232-8484.

Screenings are conducted one-on-one through secure videoconference technology in real-time. The program is free and open to everyone: there are no minimum age or insurance requirements. All that’s needed is a phone, computer, tablet or any other device with a webcam and Internet capability. Hundreds of people have already been screened.

‘Simple, quick, noninvasive’

“The response to our virtual memory screenings has been tremendous,” said Charles J. Fuschillo, Jr., AFA’s President & CEO.

“Memory screenings are an important part of a good health and wellness routine for everyone. This program allows individuals to get screened without having to travel anywhere. We’re excited to see so many people taking advantage of this program and look forward to serving even more through our expanded schedule.”

Memory screenings are simple, quick and noninvasive, and consist of a series of questions to gauge memory, language, thinking skills and other intellectual functions. The memory screening takes approximately 10-15 minutes and is confidential. Memory screenings are similar to other routine health screenings, such as those for blood pressure, cholesterol and skin checks.

Results offer guidance, direction

Results are not a diagnosis, but a memory screening can suggest if someone should see a physician for a full evaluation.

Early detection is important because it can enable the person to begin medications sooner, participate in a clinical trial and take a more active role in developing their care plan.

Anyone wishing to get a free memory screening should call AFA at 866-232-8484 to schedule an appointment. Appointments are required and scheduled on a first-come, first served basis.


MORE INFO:

  • For more information about memory screenings, Alzheimer’s disease or support services available to help families affected by Alzheimer’s, visit AFA’s website at www.alzfdn.org or call AFA’s Helpline at 866-232-8484.

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Marilyn Smith
Marilyn Smith
October 8, 2023 11:16 pm
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This sounds good. Is it open to British?

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It is a place where we separate out the wheat from the chaffe, the important articles & videos from each week’s river of news. With a new post on Alzheimer’s or dementia appearing on the internet every 7 minutes, the site’s focus on the best information has been a help to many over the past 15 years. Thanks to our many subscribers for your supportive feedback.

The site is dedicated to all those preserving the dignity of the community of people living with dementia.

Peter Berger, Editor

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