Guiding an Improved Dementia Experience (GUIDE) Model Aims to Increase Care Coordination and Support for Caregivers BRONX, N.Y. , Jan.
27, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Essen Health Care is proud to announce its selection by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) to participate in the groundbreaking Guiding an Improved Dementia Experience (GUIDE) Model , a new Medicare alternative payment model. This initiative is designed to enhance care coordination and provide crucial support to people living with dementia and their caregivers. Under the GUIDE Model, Essen Health Care joins nearly 400 participants nationwide in developing Dementia Care Programs (DCPs) aimed at improving access to essential services and support, including respite care.
This model empowers caregivers and strengthens the ability of those with dementia to remain in their homes and communities. "CMS is excited to partner with Essen Health Care under the GUIDE Model," said CMS Administrator Chiquita Brooks-LaSure . " GUIDE represents a transformative approach to how Medicare supports people living with dementia.
The program not only envisions new care pathways for these individuals but also reduces the strain on caregivers, enabling more Americans to receive the care they need in familiar surroundings rather than institutional settings. " Essen Health Care, has emphasized its dedication to enhancing care for vulnerable populations through innovative approaches, " we have always been committed to providing com.
