NEW! Medicare-approved program covers families navigating dementia.
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Presentation: Introducing New CMS GUIDE Program
September 19 @ 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm
On Thursday, September 19th, from 3:00 to 4:00 PM, Dr. Mari Mercado will give an introductory presentation about GUIDE, a new program spearheaded by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) to improve the quality of life for people living with dementia, reduce strain on caregivers, and help people remain in their communities.
This event is open to the community and all professionals. For any questions or to RSVP, call (480) 625-3867 or email Terri@OakwoodCreativeCare.org.
GUIDE stands for Guiding an Improved Dementia Experience, and provides comprehensive, compassionate, and personalized support for those navigating the dementia journey.
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Dr. Mari Mercado is a bilingual, board certified Family Medicine physician. She has been practicing Family Medicine in the Phoenix AZ region since 2008. She graduated from the New York College of Osteopathic Medicine and completed her residency at the University of Oklahoma- Tulsa Family Residency Program.
Dr. Mercado has a sub specialty in ObGyn and was a Public Health Nutritionist prior to becoming a physician. Her passions are healthy aging, nutrition and wellness. Dr. Mercado is board president of the Arizona chapter of the American Academy of Family Physicians.
