THE PROGRESSION AND STAGES OF DEMENTIA

From the ‘Alzheimer’s Society’

The progression and stages of dementia

Dementia is progressive. This means symptoms may be relatively mild at first but they get worse with time. Dementia affects everyone differently, however it can be helpful to think of dementia progressing in ‘three stages’.

Our dementia information is available to read or listen to online. You can also order a free printed copy of this factsheet and other dementia publications through the post.

STAGES OF DEMENTIA

‘As carers, we must be kind to ourselves. Caring for yourself helps you to care for others’

As a carer for her gran, Steph Greaves recognises that it’s easy to burn out from the responsibility. Although proud to repay a lifetime of her gran’s kindness, Steph believes it is important for carers to be kind to themselves as well.

READ STEPH’S MESSAGE FOR OTHER CARERS