In Memory Care Deserts, Senior Centers Can Help Close the Gap in Brain-Related Healthcare
Researchers are using free screenings and telehealth referrals to reach older adults in memory care deserts, where rural residents face long delays in diagnosis.
- The Northern Arizona Memory Study is partnering with local senior centers to expand dementia screenings in rural communities where access to specialized brain health care remains severely limited.
- Approximately 43% of the nation's 11,000 senior centers operate in rural regions facing significant barriers to specialized care, including geographic isolation and a lack of providers.
- More than 7 million Americans currently live with dementia, while roughly 20% of Americans in rural areas struggle to access necessary cognitive care due to distance and costs.
- Researchers provide free screening tools to identify early dementia risks and facilitate referrals, prioritizing trust with local staff to ensure residents receive timely support.
- As the American population aged 65 and older grows by 17 million through 2050, researchers hope to replicate these community-focused structures across the United States to ensure equitable access.
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