Families Face Delays for Dementia Diagnoses

Why it matters locally: Nevada's aging population, particularly in areas like Clark County which has a significant number of seniors, may experience these diagnostic delays, potentially impacting access to timely care and support services for dementia.

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Hundreds of families have encountered delays of several months to multiple years in obtaining a dementia diagnosis for a loved one. These families reported the extended wait times as they sought official medical assessments for individuals exhibiting symptoms consistent with dementia.