The Dementia Clinic is now accepting customers. This new not-for-profit memory assessment service from Age UK West Sussex, Brighton & Hove (Age UK WSBH), developed in partnership with Here, is designed to support individuals aged 65+ who are experiencing memory concerns by providing high-quality assessments and ongoing support.
What the Dementia Clinic offers:
- Comprehensive memory assessments by experienced clinicians, including blood tests and scans if appropriate
- Ongoing support from Age UK WSBH to help patients and families navigate the process
- Flexible access – patients can self-refer or be referred by their GP
Who can access the service?
- Aged 65+
- Symptoms present for over 6 months
- No history of a learning disability diagnosis
Exclusions
✘ Recent significant infection (within 3 months)
✘ Stroke (within 6 months)
✘ Significant head injury (within 12 months)
✘ Alcohol consumption above 14 units per week
How to refer patients
Patients can self-refer:
- Self-referral: call 01903 79 2015
- In person: visit Age UK Brighton Hub, 95 Queens Road, Brighton, BN1 3XE