ChristianaCare Swank Center for Memory Care and Geriatric Consultation is a comprehensive outpatient program in Wilmington, Delaware, dedicated to assessment, diagnosis, and treatment of memory disorders and dementia. The center serves patients age 50 and older who are experiencing memory concerns, cognitive changes, or have a family history of dementia, as well as their caregivers.
The multidisciplinary team includes specialists in geriatrics, geriatric psychiatry, and neurology who work collaboratively to address the medical, social, functional, cognitive, and emotional aspects of memory conditions. The center takes a holistic approach, supporting both patients and their families as they navigate the challenges of dementia diagnosis. Services include diagnostic testing and cognitive assessments, brain imaging review and ordering, neuropsychological evaluations, and the development of individualized treatment plans tailored to each patient's needs.
The Swank Center offers information about emerging treatments for Alzheimer's disease, including medications like Leqembi and Kisunla that may help slow disease progression. Doctors conduct thorough evaluations and testing before recommending these treatments to ensure safety, though the center notes these medications do not cure or halt memory loss.
The program is designed to support individuals living at home, with family, or in assisted living settings. The center serves patients throughout Delaware, Maryland, Pennsylvania, and New Jersey and provides guidance to families seeking resources and information about care options for their loved ones.
