CMS Officially Launched the GUIDE Dementia Model July 1, 2024

July 1 CMS launched the Guiding and Improved Dementia Experience (GUIDE) Model with almost 400 participating organizations building Dementia Care Programs (DCPs).

The GUIDE model was designed to:

  • Improve the quality of life for people with dementia
  • Reduce the strain of caregivers
  • Help beneficiaries to remain in their home as long as possible

This will be achieved by:

  • Care coordination and management activities
  • Caregiver education and support, and;
  • Respite services.

CMS will test an alternative payment system for those providers who provide support services including:

  • Comprehensive, person-centered assessments, and care plans
  • Care coordination
  • 24/7 access to support line

Beneficiaries and their caregivers will have access to a care navigator who will help them access service and support, including clinical and non-clinical services such as meals and transportation through community-based organizations.

Review the following resources to determine if any of your beneficiaries may qualify for services from a qualified provider, or facility.

Last Updated Jul 12 , 2024