Memory Service

Enfield

Enfield Memory Service (EMS) provides cognitive assessment, treatment and support to people experiencing memory problems.

The service is accredited by Memory Service's National Accreditation Programme, and consists of a multidisciplinary team which includes nurses, doctors, occupational therapists, an associate mental health worker, an admiral nurse and administrators.

EMS provides comprehensive assessment and a range of interventions depending on the outcome of assessment and diagnosis, and aims to see people within six weeks of referral.  

Following a diagnosis of dementia, the service offers a variety of post-diagnostic treatment and support, which may include:

  • pharmacological treatments, as per NICE guidelines
  • cognitive stimulation therapy
  • referral to Age UK for memory navigation and other services
  • post-diagnostic carers group and admiral nurse input for carer support
  • referral to Enfield Adult Social Care
  • signposting to Enfield Carers Centre.

Eligibility Criteria

Inclusions

  • Enfield residents aged 65+
  • experiencing memory problems
  • not previously had a diagnosis of dementia
  • delirium ruled out.

Exclusions

  • for Enfield residents aged <65, consider referral to the Cognitive Disorders Clinic at the National Hospital for Neurology and Neurosurgery.

How to Refer

EMIS form

Referral methods: Email

Complete the Enfield Memory Service Referral Form – BEHMHT and send to assessmentservice.enfield@nhs.net

Where to find the form

  • Enfield: ENF Global Documents > Mental Health folder

Locations

Enfield Memory Service

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Review date: Friday, 21 March 2025