Aging Center Cognitive Assessments

This includes a 45- to 60-minute interview, 1-4 hours of memory and cognitive testing, an interview with someone who knows the client well, and a review of available external records. This thorough evaluation can assess whether a cognitive problem is present and what is likely causing it. It also provides a comprehensive baseline to be used for comparisons with follow-up screens or other evaluations. The client receives a detailed report that can be given to other professionals (such as physicians and attorneys). Clients can either pay for student-provided services on a sliding scale, ranging from $70-$1,400, depending on household income/assets, or see a licensed psychologist, who can accept some insurances on a limited basis. All student services are supervised by licensed clinical psychologists.

• Neuropsychological Evaluation flyer (pdf)
• Clinical Neuropsychology - A Guide for Patients and Their Family (pdf)

This is a 45- to 60-minute brief evaluation of cognitive functioning. From this evaluation, clients can find out if their cognitive abilities seem normal for their age, if clear impairment is present, or if further evaluation is needed. The memory screens can be useful for establishing a baseline to compare with follow-up screens or other evaluations. Less information is provided on what might be causing any problems that are found. A two-page written summary of the results is provided to the client and reviewed with a licensed psychologist and student clinician shortly after testing is completed. Clients pay on a sliding fee scale, with fees ranging from $20 to $450 depending on income level. 

• Memory Clinic flyer (pdf)