Is someone you know displaying signs of Alzheimer's disease?

Signs are:

  • Trouble learning and remembering information
  • Trouble performing tasks with multiple steps
  • Change in judgment and problem solving
  • Disorientation
  • Change in language and word finding
  • Change in mood and behavior
  • Loss of initiative
  • Takes longer with routine chores
  • Decline in physical coordination

In Rock County, two specialized clinics* exist to diagnose Alzheimer's Disease, related dementias and even mild cognitive impairment.

Each individual receives a comprehensive evaluation that involves a complete medical history and physical exam, cognitive testing and family interview. Appropriate laboratory and imaging tests, such as x-rays and brain scans may be recommended.

Follow-up visits are scheduled to review the assessment findings and discuss the treatment plan. A consultation letter is also sent to the individual's primary physician to enhance ongoing care. It is important to know that these clinics are meant to assist, not replace the individual's primary care provider.

 

* Both Rock County clinics are Wisconsin Alzheimer's Institute-Affiliated Dementia Diagnostic Clinics.

 The Stateline Area Memory Clinic is located at

Beloit Health Systems
1905 Huebbe Parkway
Beloit, WI 53511
Ph. 608-364-1288
map and directions

The Janesville Geriatric Assessment Center is located at:

Mercy Clinic South
849 Kellogg Avenue
Janesville, WI 53545
Ph. 608-755-7960
map and directions

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