Free Dementia Support Services For Qualifying Patients
Once your provider at Lone Star Neurology has made a referral you can contact Craniometrix
What is GUIDE?
The Guiding an Improved Dementia Experience (GUIDE) model is a new Centers for Medicare and Medicaid (CMS) program that aims to reduce strain on unpaid caregivers, and enable people living with dementia to remain in their homes and communities. 
The program is funded by Medicare for enrolled patients. Lone Star Neurology is working with Craniometrix to deliver this caregiver support.
This model provides individuals and families with an interdisciplinary team to provide care navigation, education, support and respite care.
GUIDE Benefits for Patients
*Respite care is available for individuals enrolled in the program that have moderate to high dementia care needs and receive support from an unpaid caregiver, such as family members
What support is offered through the GUIDE program?
The Guide program is built around 9 service areas which we have partnered with Craniometrix to deliver:
Comprehensive assessment
Care planning
Ongoing monitoring and support
Medication reconciliation and management
24/7 helpline access
Care coordination and transitional care management
Referrals and coordination for services and support
Caregiver education and support
Respite services
Lone Star Neurology will still provide all medical care for the patient. This includes any medication, tests or other care related to the patient’s dementia.
What does Craniometrix do?
Craniometrix will provide support for caregivers. They will also help the caregiver access services to meet the patient’s social needs. This support may include:
- Up to 80 hours of annual respite care funded by Medicare (subject to assessment) to support caregivers in taking a break.
- 24/7 access to advice and support
- Regular assessment of patient social needs and caregiver needs
- Education and support groups for caregivers
- Support accessing community services
What happens after your provider refers you to Craniometrix?
You can contact Craniometrix to schedule an onboarding call at (214) 851-1771 or conveniently self-schedule your enrollment appointment at: https://www.craniometrix.