The Upper Michigan Memory Project is designed to improve medical access to care, and coordination of care between the medical providers and community resources for patients with memory problems.  The Center is under the medical direction of Board Certified neurologist Roman Politi, MD, of Neurology Associates of Marquette  and on staff at Marquette General Hospital.  To make a referral or schedule an appointment for a comprehensive evaluation, call the Memory Diagnostic Center toll free at 888-886-4644.

Social Services are available through the Memory Diagnostic Center to help link you to any necessary community resources and to provide ongoing case management and caregiver support.

Social Services & Support

Learning that you or a loved one has non-reversible memory loss can be stressful and overwhelming.  We want you to know that you are not alone.  If you have questions about the diagnosis, would like more information about what to expect, need information about community resources or if you would just like to talk, help is available.  You may have many questions running through your mind.  What can I do?  Is what I am feeling normal?  How else can I take care of myself?  What about the future? We want to assure you that we are here to help.  Through Marquette General Hospital’s Memory Diagnostic Center we can offer services from a care manager who can assist you and your family by providing any of the following:

Educational Services

• About the disease
• About changes that may occur because of the disease
• About the impact of changes on decision making and self-care
• About caregiving skills, choices and challenges

Emotional Support

• Help in coping with the changes that occur
• Help in coping with the daily challenges that may arise
• Someone to listen to your questions and concerns
• Support for the whole family

Assistance Locating and Accessing Community Services

Memory Screens

Memory screening is one way a person can determine whether memory loss is more than just simply "normal" aging. Memory problems that interfere with your ability to carry out tasks at work or at home can signal illnesses or conditions that should be identified and treated.   You should be screened for memory problems if your memory loss:

• Interferes with daily activities
• Causes you to avoid specific tasks, hobbies, or social events
• Is noticed by those close to you
• Seems to be getting worse

If screening results indicate a need for further testing, you will be advised to see your doctor who will do a complete medical evaluation.

For information and support contact our care manager:

Darlene T. Allen, LLMSW
Project Coordinator, U.P. Memory Project, MGH
906-225-3277 or 800-562-9753, ext. 3277
E-mail: dtallen@mgh.org