Expert Support for Individuals Living with Dementia and Their Caregivers
Oak Park Township, in partnership with Eli Health, is proud to offer the GUIDE (Guiding an Improved Dementia Experience) Model—a new Medicare program designed to improve the quality of life for people living with dementia while providing meaningful support for their caregivers.
If you qualify, GUIDE provides comprehensive, person-centered dementia care at no cost to eligible Medicare beneficiaries.
How GUIDE Can Help
Participants may receive:
- 24/7 access to specialized dementia care support
- Personalized care planning from geriatric-trained professionals
- Caregiver education, coaching, and ongoing support
- Up to $2,563 annually in respite care services for eligible caregivers
- Care coordination to help families navigate dementia with confidence
How to Get Started
Step 1: Eligibility Screening
Our care team will determine whether you qualify for the GUIDE program.
Step 2: Comprehensive Assessment
You'll meet with a dementia care professional to complete a personalized assessment and develop an individualized care plan.
Step 3: Medicare Approval
Applications are submitted to Medicare for review. Approval typically takes 2–3 weeks.
Who Is Eligible?
The GUIDE Model is available to qualifying Medicare beneficiaries living with dementia. Eligibility is determined during the screening process.
Why Choose Oak Park Township?
Our experienced Senior Services team understands that caring for someone with dementia can be overwhelming. Through GUIDE, we help connect individuals and caregivers with the resources, education, and support they need every step of the way.
Learn More
If you or a loved one is living with dementia, we're here to help.
Oak Park Township Senior Services
130 S. Oak Park Ave.
Oak Park, IL 60302
(708) 383-8060