At Stage 4 of the Global Deterioration Scale (GDS), dementia is usually clear enough to be diagnosed. Signs at this stage include: ✅ Forgetting recent events more often. ✅ Struggling with finances or scheduling. ✅ Withdrawing from conversations. ✅ Having trouble finding words. Many people compensate by taking extra notes or avoiding memory-based tasks. 🧠 If you’re noticing these changes in a loved one, my Dementia 101 course walks you through the types, stages, symptoms, and the diagnosis proce
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This is Stage 1 of the Global Deterioration Scale (GDS)—and it’s important to know, this is NOT dementia. This is completely normal brain function. No memory issues, no thinking changes, no concerns. ✨ If you want to understand how dementia starts, what signs to look for, and how doctors diagnose it, my Dementia 101 course is the perfect place to start. I break down the types, stages, symptoms, and diagnosis process in a simple, practical way. Plus, you’ll get downloadable tools to help track sy
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Stage 6 on the Global Deterioration Scale is considered moderately severe dementia. In this stage, individuals are needing hands on care for most tasks. It’s important to still allow them to do as much for themselves as possible!For information about this scale and the other stages, please look through my recent posts and videos.#dementiaawareness #caregiver #alzheimersdisease #dementiacare #MemoryCare #memoryloss #frontotemporaldementia #dementiasucks #alzhéimer #dementiasupport #earlyonsetalzh
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Stage 2 of the Global Deterioration Scale (GDS) is still NOT dementia. These are normal, age-related memory changes that happen to everyone. Some examples: 🔹 Occasionally forgetting a word but remembering it later. 🔹 Misplacing objects (like keys or glasses) but eventually finding them. 🔹 Walking into a room and forgetting why—but then remembering later. These changes do not affect daily life and are not signs of dementia. 💡 If you’re unsure what’s normal aging vs. early dementia, my Dementi
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By Stage 7 of the Global Deterioration Scale (GDS), dementia is in its final stage. At this point, a person is completely dependent on others for care. Signs at this stage: 🔹 Severe difficulty swallowing. 🔹 Loss of speech (may only say a few words). 🔹 Needing full assistance with mobility and personal care. 🔹 Sleeping more and responding less to surroundings. This is when care shifts toward comfort, dignity, and quality of life. Even if they can’t communicate in words, they can still feel lo
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By Stage 5 of the Global Deterioration Scale (GDS), a person can no longer function fully independently. Signs at this stage: 🔹 Confusion about date, time, or location. 🔹 Needing help choosing clothing. 🔹 Forgetting major personal details. 🔹 Increased frustration or mood changes. People at this stage often still recognize close family members but need support with daily decisions and tasks. ✨ If you want to better understand mid-stage dementia, the symptoms, and how to prepare for what’s nex
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