Cognitive Dementia and Memory Service

Cognitive Dementia and Memory Service (CDAMS) is a multi-disciplinary, specialist service providing early diagnosis, advice, support and referral for people with cognitive difficulties causing confusion, memory loss or thinking problems

Forgetfulness and Normal Ageing: As part of the ageing process some people may notice some mild slowing in their memory and thinking. This is normal. If, however, the changes become progressively more obvious and begin to impact on everyday life, an assessment of memory and thinking would be appropriate. Disciplines involved with the clinic can include Geriatrician, Nurse, Occupational Therapist, Social Worker, Psychogeriatrician and Neuropsychology.

What to expect from the service?

CDAMS at Northern Health are experienced clinicians specialised in the management of needs relating to cognitive difficulties. The service will provide advice and support for adults which include:

Expert clinical diagnosis
Information on appropriate treatments
Education, support and information

Direction in planning for the future
Information on dealing with day to day issues.
Links and information for clients and their family regarding other service providers or community supports

Referral Source must be a GP or Consultant/Specialist. Referal must include:

Past medical history including Psychiatric history
Current presenting memory problems
List of medicaitons
Results of all current pathology and radiolgy including CT brain
Details of appropriate person for the servic eto contact about the referral and appointments

For referrals or enquiries regarding this service please contact the Community Access Service team
Free Call: 1300 128 539
Fax: 8405 8616