Across the United States, an estimated 5.7 million Americans of all ages are living with one of the stages of Alzheimer's disease or other related forms of dementia — according to the Alzheimer's Association.The disease typically progresses in three different stages:
Early stage Alzheimer's disease
Moderate stage Alzheimer's disease
Late stage Alzheimer's disease
Understanding the stages of Alzheimer's disease can help you and your family properly plan for the future and set reasonable expectations. The Long Island Alzheimer's and Dementia Center is here to help every step of the way. We are one of the few comprehensive centers offering services and programs for pre-diagnosis, and all three stages of Alzheimer's, as well as Caregiver Support Groups, an in-home respite program, Music and Memory Program ®, Memory Café events and caregiver trainings.
Let's take a closer look at the three stages of Alzheimer's disease, some of the symptoms, and how Long Island Alzheimer's and Dementia Center can support you through your loved one’s journey.
Early Stage Alzheimer's Disease
In the earliest stages of Alzheimer's disease, your loved one may function independently, participate in social activities, and even have regular employment. Yet, those in the early stage of Alzheimer's disease typically suffer memory lapses from time to time, such as forgetting where everyday objects belong and forgetting familiar words.
Eventually, you may notice these lapses, or your loved one's physician may be able to detect problems in concentration or memory. A few additional common signs of early stage Alzheimer's disease include:
How Can Long Island Alzheimer's and Dementia Center Help with Early Stage Alzheimer's Disease?
At Long Island Alzheimer's and Dementia Center, we offer fully customized and personalized programs designed to stimulate and support your loved one in the early stage of Alzheimer's disease. Our early stage programs help to prolong long-term placement at Assisted Living or nursing home facilities by encouraging daily cognitive stimulation. Long Island Alzheimer's and Dementia Center's early stage programs involve:
Learn more about our early stage Alzheimer's day program — AL'Z Club at Long Island Alzheimer's and Dementia Center.
Moderate Stage Alzheimer's Disease
According to research by the Mayo Clinic, moderate Alzheimer's disease or the middle stage is typically the longest stage and can last for several years. During this stage, your loved one may experience nerve cell damage in the brain that can make it difficult for them to perform routine tasks and express themselves. A few additional common signs of moderate stage Alzheimer's disease include:
How Can Long Island Alzheimer's and Dementia Center Help with Moderate Stage Alzheimer's Disease?
Watching your loved one go through the moderate stage of Alzheimer's disease can be troubling. You may find your role transitioning from a care partner into a more formal type of caregiver. In either case, Long Island Alzheimer's and Dementia Center is here to help you and your loved one with the transition. Our moderate stage Alzheimer's program is specifically designed around your loved one's abilities with a focus on empowering them to freely express themselves in a safe and supportive environment with a focus on:
Learn more about our moderate stage Alzheimer's day program — Happy Days Club at Long Island Alzheimer's and Dementia Center.
Late Stage Alzheimer's Disease
Late stage Alzheimer's disease is the final stage and may involve the most dramatic decline in your loved one's abilities. During the late stages of the disease may no longer be able to carry on a conversation, respond to their environment, and even control their bodily movements and functions. If your loved one is in the late stage of Alzheimer's disease you may see signs and symptoms such as:
How Can Long Island Alzheimer's and Dementia Center Help with Late Stage Alzheimer's Disease?
Even though your loved one is in the later stage and may be unable to communicate, most of the latest research suggests much of their core self still remains. At Long Island Alzheimer's and Dementia Center, we take a person-centered approach with a focus on what your loved one can do — not what they can no longer do.
Our late stage Alzheimer's disease programs involve engagement in close, one-on-one settings as well as group settings. In addition, our day program encourages your loved one to stay awake and engaged during daylight hours, so they're more likely to rest at night.
Learn more about our late stage Alzheimer's disease day program — Memory Lane Club at Long Island Alzheimer's and Dementia Center.
Contact Long Island Alzheimer's and Dementia Center
The Long Island Alzheimer's and Dementia Center is committed to making a positive difference in the lives of those impacted by Alzheimer's disease and other related forms of dementia — one person, one family, one community at a time.
Contact Long Island Alzheimer's and Dementia Center today to learn more about any of our day programs, events, caregiver support groups and more: (516) 767-6856