Facing Dementia? We're here to help. 

Curana Health is proud to offer the new GUIDE Model—a personalized program designed to support individuals living with dementia and their caregivers. Backed by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, the GUIDE Model (Guiding an Improved Dementia Experience) provides expert care, compassionate support, and practical resources to help you and your loved ones live more comfortably and confidently.

Get started with the GUIDE Model

Fill out the form below to connect with our team and learn how personalized dementia care and caregiver support can benefit you and your loved one.

What you can expect from the GUIDE Model:

Personalized care, expert support, and meaningful resources to help you manage your loved one’s health and well-being with confidence.

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Enhanced nursing services

A dedicated nurse from Curana Health will reach out to you and your loved one once a month to check in on their overall health and how you’re feeling about their care. They will also serve as your contact for health and wellness needs in between check-ins.

Best-in-class education platform

Curana Health has partnered with ianacare to offer an online tool that features a caregiver community, a content library, interactive sessions, and more.

Care plans made just for you

We don’t believe in one-size-fits-all care. Your nurse will work with you to build a personalized care plan that reflects your loved one’s specific diagnosis, needs, and preferences.
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Respite care coverage

You may qualify for up to $2,500 per year for respite care services (for those eligible).

Why should my loved one and I participate in GUIDE?

  • More support for you - We understand the emotional and physical toll of caregiving. GUIDE gives you real tools and resources to feel more confident and less overwhelmed.
  • World-class dementia care - Through the GUIDE Model, we offer a proven approach to dementia care that leads to better health outcomes and quality of life. We will start by taking time to learn about your loved one’s specific diagnosis and needs. Then, a specially trained nurse will lead the creation of a care plan that addresses both their condition and personal preferences.
  • Better health, better quality of life - With GUIDE, your loved one receives care that supports their full well-being, not just their diagnosis.

Are you a senior living community interested in GUIDE?

We'd love to connect and share how GUIDE can support your residents and staff. 877-279-5960
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Derek Chao, MD

President and Chief Medical Officer
Dr. Chao brings more than two decades of experience in managed care, clinical leadership, and healthcare transformation to Curana Health. Starting his medical career as a hospitalist and nephrologist in Southern California, Dr. Chao has held various leadership positions (including medical director and chief medical officer) within numerous healthcare organizations (including HealthCare Partners). Before coming to Curana, he served as chief executive officer of Optum Health’s western region, where he oversaw operations and care delivery across nine states. Dr. Chao’s expertise spans a range of healthcare models, from fee-for-service to value-based care across Medicare, Medicaid, and commercial plans. His broad experience has honed his ability to lead both clinical and operational teams through the complexities of healthcare delivery models, and his professional insights are shaped not only by his clinical expertise, but also by personal experience (having witnessed firsthand the challenges his elderly parents faced in navigating the American healthcare system). At Curana Health, Dr. Chao leads efforts to empower the organization’s healthcare providers, optimize care delivery, and ensure clinicians have the tools and support needed to achieve exceptional outcomes for patients and operator partners alike.