Dementia Know the Signs

Signs of Dementia Normal Age Related Change

1. Forgetting important dates or events 1. Sometimes forgetting names. Needing reminder notes for easy things

2. Difficulty following familiar recipes or paying bills 2. Occasional money errors

3. Changes in mood, depression, or anxiety 3. Feeling a little sad

4. Confusion with time, difficulty reading 4. Vision changes cataracts

5. Poor judgement, losing their way home 5. Misplacing things occasionally

6. Withdraw from work and social activities 6. Still being socially active

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