Condition
Dementia
A decline in memory, thinking and reasoning that is severe enough to interfere with daily life. Alzheimer's disease is the most common cause.
Also called: memory loss, cognitive decline, senility, cognitive impairment
Who Can Help with Dementia?
- Geriatricians
A physician who specializes in the health of older adults, including memory problems, falls, frailty and managing many medicines at once.
- Neurologists
A physician who diagnoses and treats conditions of the brain, spinal cord and nerves, such as migraines, seizures, stroke, multiple sclerosis and dementia.
- Neuropsychologists
A psychologist who tests memory, attention and thinking skills to help diagnose conditions such as dementia, brain injury, ADHD and learning disorders.
- Psychiatrists
A physician who diagnoses and treats mental health conditions such as depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder and schizophrenia. Psychiatrists can prescribe medicine.
- Creative Arts Therapists
A therapist who uses art, music, drama, dance, writing or recreation to help people express feelings and work through emotional or physical challenges.
- Occupational Therapists
A licensed therapist who helps people build or regain the skills needed for daily activities such as dressing, writing, cooking and working.
- Memory Care Centers
A facility that provides care and a safe living space for people with Alzheimer's disease and other forms of dementia.
- Nursing Homes
A facility that provides round-the-clock nursing care and short-term rehabilitation or long-term living for people who cannot live on their own.
- Assisted Living Facilities
A residence for adults who need help with daily activities such as bathing, dressing and medicines, but not full nursing care.
- Palliative Care Doctors
A physician who relieves pain and other symptoms of serious illness and supports patients and families with care decisions, including hospice care.
- Hospices
A program that provides comfort care and support for people near the end of life and their families, at home or in a facility.
- Adult Day Care Centers
A daytime program that provides supervision, activities, meals and health services for older adults and adults with disabilities.
- Respite Care Centers
A program that gives family caregivers a break by providing short-term care for their loved one.
Where Practices List Dementia
Cities where practice websites say they offer it.
- Newark, DE (670)
- Austin, TX (557)
- Southfield, MI (509)
- Tulsa, OK (484)
- Cleveland, OH (470)
- Houston, TX (361)
- Wyandotte, MI (344)
- Jamaica, NY (289)
- Aurora, IL (253)
- Ridgeland, MS (218)
- Wilmington, DE (215)
- Minot, ND (205)
- San Antonio, TX (197)
- Cheyenne, WY (173)
- Aurora, CO (125)
- Reno, NV (123)
- Hannibal, MO (113)
- Laurel, MS (110)
- Oakland, CA (99)
- Phoenix, AZ (89)
- Springdale, AR (88)
- Jacksonville, FL (87)
- Los Angeles, CA (81)
- Lubbock, TX (75)
- Plano, TX (74)
- New York, NY (72)
- Atlanta, GA (65)
- Washington, DC (62)
- Athens, GA (61)
- Las Vegas, NV (61)
- Chicago, IL (57)
- New Port Richey, FL (50)
- Saint Petersburg, FL (49)
- Gilbert, AZ (46)
- Beverly Hills, CA (44)
- Orange Park, FL (44)
- Tucson, AZ (43)
- Media, PA (41)
- Paramus, NJ (40)
- Mesa, AZ (37)
Related
General information, not medical advice. Ask a provider about dementia and what is right for you.