The Memory Assessment & Treatment Service (MATS) is an outpatient clinic, comprised of community mental health nurses, admin staff, occupational therapists, physiotherapists, psychiatrists and neurologists. There are close links with clinical research and third sector partners, such as Alzheimer Scotland.
What is the Memory Assessment & Treatment Service?
The Memory Assessment & Treatment Service (MATS) helps people aged 65 and over who are having problems with their memory or thinking.
We assess memory problems, provide a diagnosis where possible, and offer support and medication if needed.
Our clinic is in an accessible building with parking on site and bus stops nearby.
If someone is diagnosed with dementia, MATS nurses can monitor any new medication and help arrange support services, including referrals to Alzheimer Scotland.
MATS is only available to people living in Edinburgh. You must be able to attend appointments at the clinic, as we do not offer home visits.
Please come to your appointment with someone who knows you well, such as a family member or close friend.
Contact details and information on how to find us can be found at the bottom of this page.
What supports are available to me?
We understand that waiting for an assessment of memory can feel overwhelming.
While you wait, there are excellent sources of help and advice available, both for you and those supporting you.
These services can provide practical advice, emotional support, and help you feel more in control while you wait for your assessment.
The following organisations not part of MATS and cannot advise or intervene on waiting times or other issues relating to the service.
Alzheimer Scotland
0300 373 5774 | advice@alzscot.org
Alzheimer Scotland’s Dementia Advisors can offer you, your family or carer confidential advice and support. Much of this support can be offered with or without a formal dementia diagnosis.
DementiaUK
0800 888 6678 | helpline@dementiauk.org
DementiaUK’s helpline is staffed by dementia specialist Admiral Nurses who provide information, advice, and support with any aspect of dementia. The helpline is ideal if you want to speak to an Admiral Nurse straight away. Much of this support can be offered with or without a formal dementia diagnosis.
VOCAL
0808 196 6666 | centre@vocal.org.uk
VOCAL (Voice of Carers Across Lothian) supports and empowers unpaid carers in Edinburgh through individual support, information, training and access to services.
Social Care Direct
0131 200 2324 | socialcaredirect@edinburgh.gov.uk
Contact Social Care Direct at Edinburgh City Council to apply for a package of care. You do not need a formal diagnosis of dementia to apply for a package of care.
Contact
Memory Assessment & Treatment Service
Craighall Centre
210 Ferry Road
Edinburgh
EH6 4RB
0131 446 4500
Mon – Fri
08:30 – 16:00
Location
By Car
If you are travelling to the site by car and using a Sat Nav the address is: 210, Ferry Road EH6 4RB.
The building is identifiable by its red and white railings. Take caution, as a sharp turn is required.
Allocated patient parking is available on site.
By Bus
There is a bus stop directly outside the Craighall Centre for Lothian Bus routes 14 and 21.
A short distance away, Lothian Bus routes 7 and 11 drop off at Newhaven Road. Furthermore, route 23 drops off at Goldenacre, approximately 15 minutes’ walk away.
For up-to-date public transport information please refer to the Lothian Bus Journey Planner online.
Entrance
We have a dedicated entrance at the right-hand side of the building.
