Memory Service (Lambeth & Southwark)
Overview
The Southwark and Lambeth Integrated Memory Service (SLIMS) offers comprehensive assessment, treatment and support options to anyone over the age of 18 with mild to moderate memory problems likely to indicate dementia.
The multidisciplinary team work in collaboration with the Alzheimer’s Society. They offer a comprehensive assessment package based on the principles of recovery and are committed to supporting carers of people with dementia.
Following assessment, they coordinate individualised care planning. This may include prescribing medication, if appropriate, post-diagnostic support and signposting problem-solving strategies, and individual or group therapy which is offered for both clients and carers. They can also organise continuous follow-ups through their dementia advisors.
They work with the memory clinics at St Thomas, King’s College and Guy’s hospitals to provide high-quality specialist care.
Overview
The Southwark and Lambeth Integrated Memory Service (SLIMS) offers comprehensive assessment, treatment and support options to anyone over the age of 18 with mild to moderate memory problems likely to indicate dementia.
The multidisciplinary team work in collaboration with the Alzheimer’s Society. They offer a comprehensive assessment package based on the principles of recovery and are committed to supporting carers of people with dementia.
Following assessment, they coordinate individualised care planning. This may include prescribing medication, if appropriate, post-diagnostic support and signposting problem-solving strategies, and individual or group therapy which is offered for both clients and carers. They can also organise continuous follow-ups through their dementia advisors.
They work with the memory clinics at St Thomas, King’s College and Guy’s hospitals to provide high-quality specialist care.
Contact Details
Phone:
020 3228 0571
Website:
https://slam.nhs.uk/service-detail/service/memory-service-lambeth-and-southwark-142/
Address:
Memory Service, 151 Blackfriars Road, London SE1 8EL
Other Info
Opening times:
Costs:
Free
Disabled Access:
Directions:
Tube: Southwark. Train: Waterloo.
Other information:
Part of the South London & Maudsley NHS Foundation Trust (SLAM).
Last updated:
20th October 2022
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