Memory& Dementia Evaluations
Determine what’s changing, why it’s happening, and what to do next.
Memory & Dementia Evaluations
When to consider an evaluation:
- Increasing forgetfulness or repetition
- Word-finding problems
- Difficulty managing meds, finances, or routines
- Getting lost or confusion in familiar places
- Family concern about cognitive changes
What we assess:
- Memory systems, attention, processing speed
- Language and visuospatial skills
- Executive function and reasoning
- Mood/sleep factors that mimic memory loss
What you’ll get:
- Differentiate normal aging vs MCI vs dementia patterns
- Safety and independence recommendations
- Support plan for family/caregivers
- Baseline data to track change over time
FAQs
If you or a loved one is noticing worsening forgetfulness, repeating questions, word-finding difficulty, confusion, getting lost, medication/financial mistakes, or a clear change from prior functioning.
No. Memory changes can be caused by stress, depression/anxiety, sleep problems, medications, medical conditions, or normal aging. This evaluation helps clarify what’s most likely.
Normal aging may involve mild slowing or occasional forgetfulness. MCI is more than expected for age but may not significantly impair independence. Dementia involves cognitive decline that interferes with daily functioning. Testing helps distinguish these patterns.