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Dementia Care Navigation Program | Atlanta Care Guide | Northeast Atlanta

Ongoing Guidance Program

Your family deserves a guide,
not just a list of resources.

A dementia diagnosis changes everything — and most families are left to figure out what comes next on their own. The Dementia Care Navigation Program gives your family structured guidance, a practical care plan, and ongoing support at every stage of the journey.

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Free 15-minute consultation · No commitment · Serving Northeast Atlanta

Non-medical care advisory

90-day program or ongoing monthly support

Buckhead · Decatur · Druid Hills · Brookhaven

No in-home care commitment required

If this sounds familiar

Dementia is overwhelming — especially without a guide.

These are the conversations families bring to us after a diagnosis. If any of these sound like your situation, you are in the right place.

We just got the diagnosis. I don't even know what questions to ask the doctor.

My parent is in denial and refuses to accept help. I don't know how to approach it.

I'm the primary caregiver and I'm exhausted. I need someone to help me think through this.

We live out of state. We need a trusted local resource we can rely on.

Mom is still living alone but I'm scared something is going to happen.

We don't know if we need a memory care facility or if home care is still an option.

Every doctor visit leaves us with more questions than answers.

We want a plan — not just a list of phone numbers and websites.

What's included

Practical support across every dimension of the journey.

The Dementia Care Navigation Program covers the full picture — from understanding the diagnosis to managing daily safety, caregiver wellbeing, and planning for what comes next.

Care Stage Assessment

Understanding where your loved one is in their dementia journey and what that means for care, safety, and daily life right now.

Personalized Care Roadmap

A written 90-day plan covering care priorities, safety considerations, caregiver responsibilities, and recommended next steps.

Caregiver Relief Planning

Identifying where the primary caregiver needs relief, and building a practical plan for respite — scheduled and sustainable.

Home Safety Guidance

Reviewing the home environment for dementia-specific safety concerns — wandering, fall risk, medication management, and more.

Family Communication Support

Helping families — especially those spread across different cities — stay aligned, informed, and working from the same plan.

Resource Connection

Connecting families with vetted local and national resources: legal planning, financial guidance, support groups, and clinical care.

Medical Appointment Preparation

Helping families know what questions to ask neurologists, geriatricians, and primary care physicians — and how to advocate effectively.

Ongoing Advisory Check-ins

Regular touchpoints throughout the 90-day program to adjust the plan as your loved one's needs evolve and new questions arise.

Transition Planning

When the time comes, guidance on evaluating care options — including in-home care, memory care communities, and adult day programs.

Program Differentiator

Connection to the GUIDE Dementia Care Model

When applicable, we help families connect to the GUIDE Dementia Care model — a CMS-supported program that provides structured dementia care resources for eligible individuals. This is a meaningful differentiator for families navigating dementia in Northeast Atlanta. We will discuss whether your loved one may qualify during your consultation call.

How the program works

A structured 90-day program
built around your family.

The program unfolds in three phases — each one building on the last so your family always knows where you are, what you're working on, and what comes next.

Days 1–30

Understand & Assess

Free 15-minute consultation call
Full family intake and situation review
Care stage assessment
Immediate safety and priority concerns identified
Personalized care roadmap delivered

Days 31–60

Plan & Organize

Caregiver relief plan implemented
Home safety guidance reviewed
Family communication structure established
Resource connections made
Medical appointment preparation

Days 61–90

Stabilize & Look Ahead

Plan reviewed and adjusted
Transition planning if needed
GUIDE program connection explored
Next 90 days outlined
Ongoing monthly support option discussed

Who this program is for

Built for families at every stage of the dementia journey.

You do not need to be in crisis to benefit from the Dementia Care Navigation Program. In fact, the earlier you start, the more options your family has.

Adult children managing a parent's dementia from another city or state

Spouses who are the primary caregiver and feeling overwhelmed

Families who just received a diagnosis and don't know where to start

Families who have been managing alone and need a structured plan

Siblings who are not aligned on care decisions and need a neutral guide

Families with a loved one in early-to-mid stage dementia still living at home

Anyone considering memory care placement and wanting to evaluate all options first

Families in Buckhead, Decatur, Druid Hills, Virginia-Highland, Brookhaven, or surrounding Northeast Atlanta

Frequently asked questions

Questions families ask us most about dementia navigation.

If you don't see your question here, bring it to the free consultation call.

What does dementia care navigation actually mean?

Dementia care navigation means having an experienced guide help your family understand what stage your loved one is in, what care and support is appropriate right now, and what to plan for next. It covers everything from daily safety and caregiver relief to understanding medical appointments, legal planning, and when to consider additional support.

Is this a medical service?

No. The Dementia Care Navigation Program is a non-medical care advisory and coordination service. We do not provide clinical evaluation, diagnosis, or medical treatment. We help families understand their options, organize their approach, and connect with the right resources — including medical providers when appropriate.

We just received a diagnosis. When should we start?

As early as possible. The period right after a diagnosis is when families have the most options and the most time to plan well. Early navigation helps you avoid reactive decisions made in crisis and gives your loved one a more stable, supported experience at home.

What if my parent refuses help or denies that anything is wrong?

This is one of the most common situations families face. We help you understand how to approach conversations with a loved one who is resistant, how to introduce support gradually, and how to maintain safety while respecting their dignity and autonomy.

How is this different from what a social worker does?

Social workers typically provide short-term discharge planning or crisis intervention. The Dementia Care Navigation Program provides ongoing, proactive guidance over 90 days or longer — focused specifically on your family's situation, your loved one's current stage, and the decisions you are facing right now.

Does this connect to the GUIDE Dementia Care program?

Yes. When applicable, we help families connect to the GUIDE Dementia Care model — a CMS-supported program that provides structured dementia care resources for eligible individuals. We will discuss whether this applies to your situation during your consultation call.

What happens after the 90 days?

Many families continue with monthly advisory support as their loved one's needs evolve. Others transition into ongoing in-home care through HomeWell Care Services. We will discuss the right next step for your family as the program comes to a close.

Do I have to start in-home care to join the navigation program?

No. The Dementia Care Navigation Program is a completely standalone advisory service. You do not need to commit to in-home care to participate. Many families use the program to decide whether and when in-home care is the right next step.

Also available

Other ways Atlanta Care Guide can help.

Not sure dementia navigation is the right fit? Explore our other services or book a free consultation and we will point you in the right direction.

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First 72 Hours Home Program

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Ready to stop guessing
and start planning?

A free 15-minute consultation is where it starts. Tell us about your family's situation and we will tell you whether the Dementia Care Navigation Program is the right fit.