DIAGNOSTIC CLINICS FOR COGNITIVE IMPAIRMENT LOCATED IN SOUTHEASTERN WISCONSIN Obtaining an accurate diagnosis of progressive memory loss or cognitive changes is often the most important first step made by individuals and families in their efforts to secure the education and support needed to cope with Alzheimer's disease or the symptoms of dementia. Diagnostic clinics provide evaluation and management services to individuals and their families. A typical individual will undergo neuropsychological testing, a comprehensive history and physical examination, laboratory and, if appropriate, x-ray testing during the evaluation. The involvement of a social worker is a routine and essential feature. The listing of clinics starts with Milwaukee County then Veteran s information followed alphabetically with the surrounding Counties in Southeastern Wisconsin Milwaukee County Aurora Health Care Phone: 414-219-7300 Center for Senior Health & Longevity Sinai Samaritan Medical Center 1020 N. 12th Street Milwaukee, Wisconsin 53233 Note: If a person who is seen routinely at this clinic is too ill to get to the clinic, a physician will schedule a home visit. Keep in mind this is only for persons who are established as a patient of this clinic. Froedtert & Medical College Phone: 414-805-8710 Neurology Memory Disorders Clinic 9200 West Wisconsin Avenue Milwaukee, Wisconsin 53226 Geriatric Memory Disorders Clinic Phone: 414-805-8710 Senior Health Program 9200 West Wisconsin Avenue Milwaukee, Wisconsin 53226 Latino Geriatric Center Memory Clinic Phone: 414-649-2847 1028 S 9th St Milwaukee, WI 53204 414-649-2838 Note: This clinic provides a comprehensive screening and medical evaluation for memory loss or other cognitive impairment. Additionally, screenings and evaluations are conducted in Spanish for people whose primary language is Spanish. This is the only Memory Loss clinic in Wisconsin that offers this. Page 1 of 6 maf-dcs 8.2015 rev
MCFI Center for Healthy Aging Phone: 414-937-2036 2020 West Wells Street Milwaukee, WI 53233 Milwaukee Health Services Phone: 414-372-8080 MLK Heritage Health Center 2555 North Martin Luther King Jr Dr. Milwaukee, WI 53212 Wheaton Franciscan Healthcare Memory Phone: 414-357-6463 Care Clinic at Alexian Village 9255 N 76th Street Milwaukee, WI 53223 MD Home Visits for persons who are Homebound because of disability, cognitive impairment or Mental Health limitations Visiting Physicians Association (VPA) Phone: 414-255-0300 2514 South 102 nd Street Suite 106 West Allis, WI 53227 http://visitingphysicians.com Note: This service is for member s who have Medicare or Medicaid (or other Medigap or private insurance) and who will not go out or do not have the stamina for trips to an MD office. The VPA does have an established protocol for memory loss evaluation in the home. They will go into group homes or individual homes. Counties served: Milwaukee, Kenosha, Ozaukee, Racine, Walworth, Waukesha. Mobile Medical Specialist Phone: 262-691-1000 347 Park Ave Pewaukee, WI 53072 Fax: (262) 264-5429 Note: This service is for member s who have Medicare or Medicaid (or other Medigap or private insurance) and who will not go out (physical disability, cognitive impairment, mental health limitations) or do not have the stamina for trips to an MD office. They provide primary care and some behavioral health in the home. They will go into group homes or individual homes. Counties served: Milwaukee, Kenosha, Racine, Waukesha. Page 2 of 6 maf-dcs 8.2015 rev
Veterans & Spouses of Veterans Clement J Zablocki VA Medical Center serving Milwaukee County & surrounding Counties 5000 West National Ave Primary Care Clinic Main phone number is 414-384-2000 Veterans or veteran s spouses must first be seen at the VA Primary Care Clinic and then one can request a referral to the Neurological & Memory evaluation clinic. NOTE: 1. Medical Providers outside the VA System: If the veteran or spouse also has an established Physician and or other Medical providers outside the VA Medical services system, it does not mean that the member or spouse has to give up these providers. It does mean that the veteran or spouse has to be seen at least 1x a year at the VA Primary Care clinic. 2. Medications thru the VA are often much cheaper than thru Medicare D. Health Care Benefits Overview VA publishes the "Health Care Benefits Overview" booklet, which is designed to provide general information and frequently asked questions about VA s medical benefits package available for all enrollees, and other information such as eligibility for enrollment. The publication is available to you at the Milwaukee VA Medical Center, and can be downloaded at http://www.va.gov/healthbenefits/resources/epublications.asp. Veteran Emergency Services The Clement J Zablocki VA Medical Center has a 24/7 Emergency Room for vets who are in medical, behavioral or mental health crisis. 5000 West National Ave Milwaukee WI Vets in CRISIS 24/7 Hotline (serves vets in ALL Counties) 1-800-273-8255 PRESS 1 HELP for Homeless Veterans (serves vets in ALL Counties) 1-877-424-3838 Page 3 of 6 maf-dcs 8.2015 rev
Veterans & Spouses of Veterans Cont. Local Benefits Offices in Milwaukee County: There are 2 local Veterans Offices where a veteran or veteran s spouse can go to determine what benefits they may be eligible for. Walk-ins are welcome. Local Benefits Offices Locations: Milwaukee County Veterans Service Office Phone: 414-266-1234 6419 West Greenfield Ave Fax 414-266-1233 Milwaukee WI 53214 Hours 8 am to 4:30 pm Mon thru Fri Walk-ins are welcome. Director: James Duff email: james.duff@milwaukeecountywi.gov Website for Milw County Veteran Service Office Lists variety of services offered thru this office. http://county.milwaukee.gov/veteransaffairs7757.htm Milwaukee Regional VA Office 5400 West National Ave Walk-ins are welcome. National Call Center 1-800-827-1000 Hours are 8 am to 4 pm Monday thru Friday Walk-ins are welcome Kenosha County Veterans Outpatient Clinic 8207 22 nd Ave Phone: 262-653-9286 or Kenosha WI 53140 224-610-2920 Hours 8 am to 4:30 pm Monday thru Friday Telephone Advice line 24/7 Phone: 224-610-2920 Kenosha Clinic Website: http://www.lovell.fhcc.va.gov/locations/kenosha_community_based_outpatient_clinic. asp Racine County Veterans Outpatient Clinic Union Grove Veterans Outpatient Clinic Phone: 262-878-7000 21425 Spring Street Union Grove, WI 53182 Hours 8 am to 4:30 pm Monday thru Friday Union Grove Website: http://www.milwaukee.va.gov/locations/union_grove.asp Page 4 of 6 maf-dcs 8.2015 rev
DEMENTIA DIAGNOSTIC CLINICS IN SOUTHEASTERN WISCONSIN Kenosha County Aurora Senior Services Medical Center Phone: 262-948-6648 10400 75 th Street Kenosha, WI 53142 Racine County Aurora Senior Services Medical Center Phone: 262-884-4138 8348 Washington Ave Racine, WI 53405 Wheaton Franciscan Comprehensive Phone: 262-687-8322 Memory Care 3805B Spring Street, Suite 320 Racine, WI 53405 Washington County Memory Assessment Center Phone: 262-334-3451 or 800-825-0513 West Bend Health Center 1700 West Paradise Dr West Bend, WI 53095 Waukesha County Center for Senior Health & Longevity Phone: 262-434-5000 Aurora Summit Medical Center 36500 Aurora Dr Oconomowoc, WI Senior Health Center Phone: 262-928-7888 Waukesha Memorial Hospital 721 American Ave Suite 508 Waukesha, WI 53188 Page 5 of 6 maf-dcs 8.2015 rev
Waukesha County cont. Senior Health Memory and Mood Phone: 262-253-2450 Disorders Clinic Community Memorial Medical Commons W129 N7055 Northfield Dr Bldg A Suite 302 Menomonee Falls WI 53051 Note: Here are links for additional information on Memory Loss clinics listed in other Wisconsin Counties: Alzheimer s Association of Wisconsin 24/7 Helpline 800-272-3900 This helpline is staffed 24/7 by Masters Level prepared counselors who have expertise in all areas of dementia. Caregivers and professionals alike are free to call and seek assistance. HIPAA best practice: When calling, an IDT can share information about a situation without providing any identifying member PHI. Alzheimer s Association of Wisconsin http://www.alz.org/sewi/ Alzheimer s Dementia & Alliance of Wisconsin http://www.alzwisc.org/ Alzheimer s Compendium http://www.alzcompend.info/?p=289 Wisconsin Alzheimer s Institute http://www.wai.wisc.edu/clinics/overview.html Page 6 of 6 maf-dcs 8.2015 rev