As individuals age, the potential development of dementia for themselves or their loved ones becomes a growing concern. Unfortunately, some hesitate to seek medical advice, thereby missing crucial opportunities for prevention, diagnosis, intervention, and support from healthcare professionals. Research indicates that individuals with mild cognitive impairment who do not receive any intervention within one year face a risk of 10-15% of progressing to dementia. It is vital for everyone to treat this issue seriously. Upon receiving a dementia diagnosis, timely intervention and appropriate support can significantly slow down cognitive decline, allowing more time for life planning and caregiving arrangements. The Jockey Club “Brain Health” Dementia Screening and Community Support Project adheres to the principles of “early detection, early diagnosis, and early intervention”. It aims to support individuals concerned about memory decline through initial screening and subsequent services.
Project period
Now till November 2026
Service Targets
Individuals aged 60 or above, living in the community and suspected of experiencing mild cognitive impairment or mild dementia, and their caregivers
To ensure effective assessment and subsequent service provision (if applicable), participants must be able to communicate in Cantonese and should not have severe hearing or visual impairments
Objectives
To promote “early detection, early diagnosis, and early intervention,” and adopt a family intervention and empowerment approach
To encourage individuals who are suspected of cognitive impairment to prioritize early detection
To provide timely intervention for individuals diagnosed with dementia, seizing the golden opportunity for treatment and training
To offer comprehensive support to caregivers, aiming to reduce the stress and overall impact on the entire family
To enhance public awareness on brain health, mild cognitive impairment and dementia
Service Arrangement
Provide electronic cognitive screening
Offer diagnostic services, along with up to 18 months of medical consultation, subsidies on medications, and follow-up services for eligible participants*
Provide early diagnosis and support, including health check, for individuals who are suspected of cognitive impairment, while they are awaiting specialist consultations
Deliver timely post-diagnostic support services to individuals diagnosed with mild cognitive impairment or mild dementia within a one-year timeframe
Provide counselling service and bridging community resources for caregivers
* The medical services are operated on a co-payment basis; participants are required to pay for a co-payment amount.
Important Note
This program aims to facilitate early diagnosis and timely intervention for dementia. Therefore, participants and their caregivers should carefully consider if they are able to comply with the service arrangement and participate in the entire program before enrolment. The organizers and co-organizers reserve the right to revise all terms and conditions at any time, and have the right to terminate or modify the services and subsidies without prior notice. Please refer to JCCPA website for the most up-to-date information. We would not be held responsible for any misleading or outdated information quoted/provided by other organisations/websites/media. In case of any dispute, the organiser and co-organisers reserve the right of final decision.
Service Flow
Enquiries:
Regional Organisations
| Area | Organisation | Address | Telephone | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| N.T. | Sha Tin District, Tai Po District, North District | Jockey Club Centre for Positive Ageing | 27 A Kung Kok Street, Shatin | 2636 6323 |
| Island District | Tung Wah Group of Hospitals | 3/F, Eltee Building, No.3 Ning Foo Street, Chai Wan | 2481 1566 | |
| Sai Kung District (Including Tseung Kwan O) | Haven of Hope Christian Service | No.2, G/F, King Yung House, King Lam Estate, Tseung Kwan O | 2701 0602 9146 2693 | |
| Yuen Long District | Pok Oi Hospital | Unit 606, Kwong Wah Plaza, 11 Tai Tong Road, Yuen Long, NT | 3590 9006 | |
| Kwai Tsing District, Tsuen Wan District, Tuen Mun District | Yan Chai Hospital Social Services Department | Units 1-3, G/F, Wing Hong Building, Fuk Loi Estate, Tsuen Wan | 2614 8967 | |
| HK | Central and Western District | St. James' Settlement | 2/F, 466 Des Voeux Road West, Sai Wan | 2816 9020 4664 9799 |
| Wan Chai District | ||||
| Eastern District | Tung Wah Group of Hospitals | 3/F, Eltee Building, No.3 Ning Foo Street, Chai Wan | 2481 1566 | |
| Southern District | ||||
| KLN | Yau Tsim Mong District, Sham Shui Po District, Kowloon City District | The Lok Sin Tong Benevolent Society, Kowloon | Unit 1643, 16/F, Pioneer Centre, Prince Edward | 2185 7722 |
| Wong Tai Sin District | Christian Family Service Centre | No.4, G/F, Choi Sing House, Choi Ha Estate, Kowloon Bay | 2793 2138 2950 8388 | |
| Kwun Tong District | ||||
| Kwun Tong District (Sau Mau Ping, Lam Tin, Yau Tong, On Tai, On Tat, Shun Tin, Shun Lee, Shun On, Shun Chi Court) | Haven of Hope Christian Service | No.2, G/F King Yung House, King Lam Estate, Tseung Kwan O | 2701 0602 9146 2693 |
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