Older Persons Health & Rehabilitation | Lakes | Te Whatu Ora

There are several types of memory problems people can have.   If you are referred because of memory concerns it is very important to bring along a family member or someone who knows you well. If you are being seen in memory clinic, a nurse will ask questions about your memory and how you are managing at home, as well as doing a memory test. Another nurse will ask the same questions of your family member. This appointment takes approximately 1 hour.  You may need to have blood tests, and sometimes a CT scan of your brain at a later date.  This is a computerised x-ray, which involves you lying down for about 15 minutes while a machine passes over you. Following these tests, you will see a geriatrician at a separate visit, to talk about the diagnosis and look at what supports are needed to help you remain independent at home.