Service location
Mt Eliza Centre
Jacksons Road
Mt Eliza VIC 3930
Contact details
Ph: (03) 9788 1485
Fax: (03) 9788 1486
Referrals
ACCESS
Ph: (03) 9788 1377
Fax (03) 9787 9954
Referrals may occur from any source, including the family, GP, specialist, the client themselves or other advocates for the client.
About the Cognitive, Dementia and Memory Service
The Cognitive, Dementia and Memory Service (CDAMS) is a specialist diagnostic and assessment service for people with cognitive, dementia and other memory problems and those concerned about memory loss and changes to thinking.
What is involved in a CDAMS assessment?
- A CDAMS assessment will include medical and allied health consultations, and may include a visit to your home. Where appropriate, other specialist assessments will be conducted i.e. neuropsychology. The outcomes of these consultations will be discussed with the client, and if agreed to, with their family and general practitioner. CDAMS Specialists include community nurse; geriatrician; psychogeriatrician; occupational therapist; social worker; and neuropsychologist.
- The outcome of the assessments include:
- expert clinical diagnosis,
- information on appropriate treatments
- the development of a care plan
- education, support and advice
- direction in future planning including information and advice on Powers of Attorney and driving.
- appropriate and timely counselling for the person, carer and family to allow greater understanding of dementia
- linkages for clients or their family to other service providers or community supports
- Facilitate cross referrals to other service providers including:
- Aged Care Assessment Service (ACAS)
- Psychogeriatric assessment team (PGAT)
- Community based services
- Alzheimer’s Association Victoria
- Occupational Therapist Driving Assessments
A fortnightly clinic is also held at the Rosebud Community Rehabilitation Centre.
Geographic Area Covered
City of Frankston
Mornington Peninsula Shire
Part of the City of Kingston (Bonbeach to Edithvale)
Costs
There are no charges for assessments conducted by CDAMS.
