Memory Loss

Broward Health’s Memory Disorder Center is nationally certified and accredited by The Joint Commission. You are in good hands when you turn to the memory loss experts at Broward Health. We provide a full range of services, including access to clinical trials and the first FDA-approved drug for the treatment of early Alzheimer’s disease, to help you through every step of treatment, ultimately building a relationship with your entire support system to endure the ups and downs during this time - together.

From the moment you reach out to us, we work on handling the details, making things easier for you, from coordinating appointments to accommodating urgent or unique needs so you can focus on treatment and living your most independent life possible.

During your first visit, which normally lasts about two hours, you’ll take a cognitive screening, and we’ll conduct a thorough medical review. You’ll also meet with our team of specialists, including a social worker, nurse and neurologist, to discuss your care and next steps and create an individualized plan that works for you.

Memory loss can have many causes, including Alzheimer’s disease, thyroid problems, nutritional or metabolic disorders, stroke and other neurological conditions. A comprehensive evaluation can help determine whether changes may be related to normal aging, a medical condition or a memory disorder that requires additional care.

Consider speaking with your doctor if you or someone close to you notices memory changes that interfere with daily life.

Signs may include:

• Frequently forgetting appointments, important dates or recent conversations
• Needing more reminders to complete chores, shop or take medicine
• Having difficulty managing finances or completing familiar calculations
• Getting lost or having new concerns about driving safely
• Having trouble finding words, finishing sentences or naming familiar people or objects
• Losing interest in hobbies, social activities or other usual routines
• Experiencing changes in mood along with memory concerns

These signs do not necessarily mean you have dementia. A memory evaluation can help identify what may be causing the changes and determine the appropriate next steps.

Sponsored by Broward Health, Areawide Council on Aging of Broward County, Inc. and the State of Florida, Department of Elder Affairs.