The typical changes over time in dementia are described as “stages” – read more about the stages of dementia. The amount of care that a person with Alzheimer’s disease needs varies by stage.
In the early stage, many people with Alzheimer’s disease have memory-related problems such as:
Caregivers in the earlier stages of dementia support and help the person with dementia and thus are sometimes called care partners rather than caregivers.
During the moderate stage, caregivers must help the person with AD with time-consuming or distressing tasks. For example:
People in the late stage of AD often:
Support is crucial for caregivers in every stage, and they should be reassured that they are not alone and that help is available. Your local Alzheimer’s Association is a good starting place to call when you need assistance or support in caregiving during any stage of dementia. Or call the Alzheimer’s Association 24-hour helpline anytime at 1-800-272-3900. Also, be sure to visit the section of this website on Finding Support.
Source: Alzheimer's Association
Description: This site describes the seven stages commonly used to describe the progression of Alzheimer's disease, based on the pattern of symptoms that most people with Alzheimer's exhibit.
Source: HelpGuide.org
Description: This web page lists the typical signs and symptoms of Alzheimer's disease and ways that people with Alzheimer's often respond to their own symptoms. There is a detailed description of signs and symptoms during the early, mid, and late stages of Alzheimer's disease.