With Alzheimer’s disease rapidly becoming one of the greatest challenges facing our aging population, we are sharing 10 warning signs for you to be aware of. Recognizing these signs can help you to promote early detection and diagnosis.
1) Memory changes that disrupt daily life.
2) Challenges in planning or solving problems.
3) Difficulty completing familiar tasks at home, at work or at leisure.
4) Confusion with time or place.
5) Trouble understanding visual images and spatial relationships.
6) New problems with words in speaking or writing.
7) Misplacing things and losing the ability to retrace steps.
8) Decreased or poor judgment.
9) Withdrawal from work or social activities.
10) Changes in mood and personality.
For a more detailed description of these warning signs and a checklist of questions to ask a physician, visitwww.alz.org/10signs. Early diagnosis presents the best opportunity for treatment, support and future planning. For more information, visit www.alz.org or www.alzheimer.ca.
Home Care Assistance is proud to announce that, along with companies such as Starbucks, Intel and Pfizer, we are now a champion corporate partner of the Alzheimer’s Early Detection Alliance (AEDA), a program renowned for raising awareness for Alzheimer’s. As a member of this important alliance, we are committed to educating local communities about the warning signs of Alzheimer’s, the importance of early detection and the resources available to help those with the disease.
