WHAT ARE THE STAGES OF DEMENTIA?

WHAT ARE THE STAGES OF DEMENTIA?

Dementia progresses differently in everyone. 

Mild cognitive impairment (MCI) :  MCI is characterized by losing things often, forgetfulness, and having trouble coming up with words.

Mild dementia

• memory loss of recent events
• getting lost or misplacing objects
• difficulty with problem-solving and complex tasks, such as managing finances

Moderate dementia

• greater memory loss, including a loss of events in the more distant past
• needing assistance with tasks, such as getting dressed, bathing, and grooming
• significant personality and behavior changes like unfounded suspicion

Severe dementia

• a loss of the ability to communicate 
• a need for full-time daily assistance with tasks, such as eating and dressing
• a loss of physical capabilities such as sitting or holding ones head up
• ability to swallow
•  ability to control the bladder, and bowel function