Vedanth Bhartee
Writer · Reviewed by Richard ChanUpdated Jun 12, 2026
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Medicare Part B covers cognitive assessment and care plan services if you show signs of cognitive impairment or dementia.
Medicare covers medically necessary diagnostic tests, such as brain scans or blood tests, to help diagnose dementia or Alzheimer's disease.
While Medicare covers medical care for dementia, it does not cover non-medical custodial care, such as 24-hour home care or adult day care.
Walking alongside a loved one with dementia is an undeniably heavy emotional lift, yet it can also reveal unexpected pockets of humor, joy, and deep empathy. Heart Tank co-founders Rowena Richie and Ed Frauenheim passionately argue that we need to change how we talk about cognitive decline. By equipping families to process their grief, we can create space to actually celebrate the profound bonds forged through caregiving. With one in ten Americans over 65 currently living with dementia, this is a reality touching almost every family. It's time we collectively demystify this condition, prepare thoughtfully, and consciously cherish the moments we still share.