Memory Clinic Patient Information

People come to the Memory Clinic when they, their family or their local GP notice changes in their memory or thinking, or if there are new problems with day-to-day activities.

What does the Memory Clinic do?

• Assess, find and treat causes of memory problems in patients.
• Teach, help and recommend treatment.

What happens at the clinic?

On your first visit you will see different members of the team, which may include specialist Geriatricians, Registrars, Social Workers, and Nurses

We will complete some testing of your memory and thinking skills.

After this first appointment you may need to do some extra investigations. This may include seeing a Neuropsychologist or having further brain scans.

Please allow 1-2 hours for the first visit.

There is no cost to attend this clinic.

What do I need to bring with me?

• A list of all your medications.
• Your glasses and hearing aids (if you have been prescribed these).
• Ideally bring a family member, friend or support worker to supply information.

Your questions

If you are unsure about anything in this fact sheet, please write down questions for your care team.

If you need to reschedule, or request an interpreter, please contact:

Specialist Outpatient Clinics
Phone: 07 3139 4207
Email: tpchpatientenquiries@health.qld.gov.au

Where is the clinic?

Specialist Outpatient Clinics
Ground floor, Main Building,
The Prince Charles Hospital,
Rode Rd
Chermside Qld 4032

The main building is located between the main entrance and the multistorey carpark.

There is onsite parking, for a fee.

Advice on a public transport journey is available from Translink on 13 12 30.

What resources are available for me?

To access aged care services:
My Aged Care
Phone: 1800 200 422
Website: www.myagedcare.gov.au

For carer support:
Carer Gateway
Phone: 1800 422 737
Website: www.carergateway.gov.au

For information and support while awaiting a diagnosis:
Dementia Australia
Phone: 1800 100 500
Website: www.dementia.org.au