Caregiver Resources.
Early Stages.
Mild Symptoms
Loved One Still Living At Home
Symptoms may not be widely apparent at this stage, but family and close friends may take notice and a doctor would be able to identify symptoms using certain diagnostic tools. (Courtesy of https://www.alz.org/)
Middle Stage.
Moderate Symptoms
Loved One Requires a Greater Level Of Care
During the middle stage of Alzheimer’s, the dementia symptoms are more pronounced. the person may confuse words, get frustrated or angry, and act in unexpected ways, such as refusing to bathe. Damage to nerve cells in the brain can also make it difficult for the person to express thoughts and perform routine tasks without assistance. (Courtesy of https://www.alz.org/)
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Late Stage.
Severe Symptoms
Loved One Requires Around-The-Clock Assistance with Daily Personal Care
In the final stage of the disease, dementia symptoms are severe. Individuals lose the ability to respond to their environment, to carry on a conversation and, eventually, to control movement. They may still say words or phrases, but communicating pain becomes difficult. As memory and cognitive skills continue to worsen, significant personality changes may take place and individuals need extensive care. (Courtesy of https://www.alz.org/)
Additional Resources.
From transportation to snow removal, the following resources are extremely helpful for caregivers.
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