The University of California, Irvine is one of the most significant healthcare and research institutions in Southern California — and for Orange County families navigating aging and senior care, it’s a resource many don’t know they have access to.
UCI Health: Clinical Care for Seniors
UCI Health includes UCI Medical Center in Orange and an expanding network of outpatient clinics throughout Orange County.
Geriatric Medicine: UCI’s Division of Geriatric Medicine and Gerontology provides comprehensive geriatric assessments and care coordination for older adults with complex medical needs. A geriatric assessment takes a whole-person approach to evaluating cognition, function, medication safety, and social support needs.
Memory and Cognitive Disorders: UCI Health’s memory care program evaluates and manages Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias. For families who have noticed cognitive changes and want an authoritative assessment, this is one of the strongest clinical resources in Southern California.
UCI MIND: Memory and Aging Research
UCI MIND (Institute for Memory Impairments and Neurological Disorders) is a nationally recognized research center focused on Alzheimer’s disease and age-related conditions.
Research participation: UCI MIND conducts clinical trials and research studies that may provide access to emerging treatments. Research participation is typically free.
The 90+ Study: UCI’s landmark longitudinal study of adults 90 and older continues to enroll participants.
Community education: UCI MIND provides public lectures and educational events on dementia and healthy aging open to Orange County residents. Visit mind.uci.edu.
practical access for OC families
Access to UCI Health specialists typically requires a referral from a primary care physician. UCI Health scheduling: (888) 824-1564. UCI Health participates with CalOptima, so Medi-Cal patients can access UCI Health services with appropriate referral and authorization.
Contact Care partners — we’ll help you navigate both the clinical and in-home care sides of your parent’s needs.