Yale’s Department of Neurology has been at the forefront of cutting-edge clinical care and scientific discovery since it began in 1952. It was Yale scientists who discovered the genes that cause Multiple Sclerosis. Yale housed one of the first epilepsy monitoring units in the country, and one of the first stroke centers at its partner, the Veterans Affairs (VA) Center in West Haven. Today, our team of experienced doctors are committed to understanding and treating the entire spectrum of nervous system diseases. Expert physicians specialize in brain and nerve health for both children and adults. Specialized care is offered in the following areas: Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), myasthenia gravis, peripheral neuropathy, neuromuscular disorders Alzheimer’s disease/cognitive disorders Epilepsy and neurophysiology General neurology, headache, pain Multiple sclerosis and neuroimmunology Neurodegenerative disorders Neurocritical care Neurological infections Neuro-oncology Parkinson’s disease and movement disorders Stroke and vascular neurology

So many of us understand the challenges of caring for a loved one who has a neurodegenerative disease such as Alzheimer’s disease, Parkinson’s disease, or frontotemporal dementia. At our Dorothy Adler Geriatric Assessment Center, our team of experts meets with the patient, family members, or caregivers to determine how medical, psychological, cognitive, or social problems are impeding function or threatening independent living. After assessment, our physicians focus on minimizing the progressive loss of neuron function and repairing neural damage, helping people with these conditions live with as much peace and stability as possible.

We are internationally known for the care we provide for older people, helping them maintain their independence and quality of life, and manage multiple complex health conditions. Our team of geriatricians, geriatric psychiatrists, nurse case managers, patient care assistants, physical therapists, and neuropsychologists works closely with patients, their families, primary care providers, and other care providers to assess and develop a comprehensive plan for their care. Yale physicians have developed widely used interventions and support families facing such challenges as functional decline, disability, decision-making, and driving problems. The Connecticut Older Adult Collaboration for Health 4M (COACH 4M) grant provides multiple resources for older adults and their caregivers. The new video resource library offers a collection of brief videos for older adults and caregivers by experts in the field touching on a range of topics relating to health, well-being, caregiving, and maintaining creativity in aging. The COACH 4M project is pleased to provide an updated and expanded list of available resources and services for older adults in Connecticut, parts of southeastern New York and southwestern Rhode Island, and hopes you find the Geriatric Resource Directory a helpful guide to assist you in meeting the needs of older adults throughout the region. The new user-friendly version enables you to navigate the content through links in the table of contents and region list or using the Adobe bookmark feature. If you have any questions about the Resource Directory or have corrections to the content, please contact Dana Limone at dana.limone@yale.edu . View the Yale Geriatrics Resource Directory . Disclaimer: COACH 4M does not recommend or endorse the services provided by the organizations and individuals listed in the directory. Inpatient and outpatient geriatric consultations at the VA Connecticut Healthcare System in West Haven Syncope and Falls Assessment Program A prevention initiative for seniors at risk for falls, which has reduced falls and related injuries in many Connecticut The development of the Confusion Assessment Method, used internationally to diagnose delirium An Acute Care for the Elderly Unit at Yale New Haven Hospital, which aids with maintenance of function during acute hospitalization Outpatient consultations at the Dorothy Adler Geriatric Assessment Center Welcome to our video library! Here you will find a collection of brief videos for older adults and caregivers by experts in the field touching on a range of topics relating to health, well-being, caregiving, and maintaining creativity in aging. Each video is 15-30 minutes long and you can view the entire video or come back to it later. We are continuously expanding our offerings, so check in periodically to see new selections and let us know if there are topics you’d like to see addressed in the future. Contact eliza.kiwak@yale.edu with any questions or suggestions. This