Free dementia support line and online memory clinic launched in India
The Hindu
The support line services include information, support and guidance, and promotion of timely diagnosis, intervention through online memory screening services. All services provided through this support line will be offered entirely free of cost, ensuring access to crucial assistance to all.
To assist individuals and families facing the challenges of dementia, a neurodegenerative brain disease, Dementia India Alliance (DIA), a non-profit, family carer-centered organisation, launched a national dementia support line and DemClinic, an online memory screening clinic, on September 5.
The support line services include information, support and guidance, and promotion of timely diagnosis, intervention through online memory screening services.
“All services provided through this 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,” said Radha S. Murthy, DIA president.
Addressing mediapersons in Bengaluru, Dr. Murthy said the support line will operate from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. all through the week, except on Sundays. Services will be offered in English, Hindi, Tamil, Malayalam, Kannada, and Telugu languages.
“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 support line can be reached at 8585 990 990,” she said.
“The DemClinic will be the first national 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,” Dr. Murthy said.
DIA secretary Shyam V. said, “There is a dearth of memory clinics, psychiatrists, geriatricians and neurologists in India. This virtual platform is expected to help those with dementia and their families get timely diagnosis and expert advice for post-diagnosis clinical management. Post-screening, individuals who require medical assistance will be guided to senior psychiatrists, neurologists and geriatricians, whose services will be offered at a reasonable cost. Twelve experts have been empanelled for the DemClinic.”
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