Free Dementia Support Services Covered by Medicare

If your loved one has dementia and is on traditional Medicare, they may qualify for the GUIDE Model — a new benefit that offers care coordination and caregiver support

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Comprehensive services fully covered by Medicare

  • Caregiver Support

    Education, training and access to support groups for caregivers.

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  • Respite Care

    Free home health care or adult day services allow caregivers to take a break when needed.

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  • 24/7 Access

    Hotline to call for assistance with Daily Caregiving needs, as well as live and recorded trainings for family members.

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  • Coordination

    Assistance finding meals and transportation to doctors visits

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Dementia care covered by Medicare

The GUIDING an Improved Dementia Experience (GUIDE) model is a new Medicare (CMS) program designed to support people living with dementia and their caregivers. JVS is honored to have been selected to participate in this groundbreaking new program starting on July 1, 2025.

As a GUIDE beneficiary, you and your caregivers will have access to a dedicated care navigator who will assist the entire family with supportive services tailored to people living with Dementia or Alzheimer’s. The program is 100% covered by Medicare, with zero cost. Anyone with traditional Medicare qualifies.

Check Eligibility

Anyone enrolled in Medicare Parts A and B as their primary insurance is eligible to receive all of the GUIDE services at ZERO cost.