~ Dementia India Alliance has launched National Dementia Support Line to offer information, guidance, support and memory screening to individuals and families facing the challenges of dementia, absolutely free of cost ~
~ The national non-profit organisation has also set up DemClinic (www.DemClinic.com) – expert-led cognitive assessment platform for the elderly ~
Bengaluru, 5 September 2023:Photo By…P.K.Ananth Kumar
Dementia India Alliance (DIA) – a non-profit, family carer-centered national organisation dedicated to enhancing the lives of individuals living with dementia and their families, has launched two pivotal initiatives to address the pressing challenges of dementia.
Dementia India Alliance (DIA) has launched National Dementia Support Line with the primary objective of assisting individuals and families facing the challenges of dementia. The services include information, support and guidance, and promote timely diagnosis, intervention through online memory screening services. All services provided through the National Dementia Support Line will be offered entirely free of cost ensuring access to crucial assistance to all. The free online memory screening aims to mitigate the stigma and encourage senior citizens to get an assessment to promote early diagnosis.
The Support Line will operate from 8am to 6pm, Monday through Saturday, offering services in English, Hindi, Tamil, Malayalam, Kannada, and Telugu. Trained psychologists and social workers will be at the forefront of addressing callers’ needs, providing empathetic and informed assistance. For those seeking guidance, support, or assistance related to dementia or memory-related issues, the National Dementia Support Line can be reached at 8585 990 990.
Dementia India Alliance (DIA) has also launched DemClinic (www.DemClinic.com) – India’s first comprehensive expert-led cognitive assessment platform for the elderly. The initiative is aimed at supporting families and persons with dementia through post-diagnostic care and support. While there is a huge dearth of memory clinics, psychiatrists, geriatricians and neurologists in our country, this virtual platform is expected to help those with dementia and their families get timely diagnosis and expert advice for post diagnosis clinical management. Twelve senior psychiatrists, neurologists and geriatricians are empaneled for the DemClinic and this service will be offered at a reasonable fee.
Currently, there is no known cure for dementia. DemClinic leverages telemedicine technology to increase access to diagnosis and care. This virtual platform features interactive videoconferencing with experts – one of its key services. The consultation will include a detailed history and neuropsychological evaluation once clinicians have enough information to establish a probable diagnosis, advice on management and medications will be provided. Periodic follow-ups and continuum of care are essential caveats of the services.
People can book and get an assessment with the medical experts by calling 8585 990 990 or logging into DemClinic. (www.DemClinic.com).says release.
