Dementia Therapists in Apollo Beach, FL
![Photo of Dr. Martin Cortez Wesley, PhD, LMHC, LPCC-S, BC-TMH, LCADC, Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/1c560b77-750f-465c-bf9f-a7e4275fdf6d/2/320x400.jpeg)
Dr. Martin Cortez Wesley
Counselor, PhD, LMHC, LPCC-S, BC-TMH, LCADC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Apollo Beach, FL 33572
I work via Tele-Mental Health Therapy in Florida and Kentucky. I work with those struggling with Depression, Anxiety, Addiction, Grief and Loss, or hundreds of other mental health issues. I believe you have the power to change and regain your life. I am just a fellow traveler on Life's journey who has many years of education and experience to help show you the way. I often work with my wife, Dawn, to help families and those struggling with their marriage or relationship. Sometimes couples prefer to talk with another couple. Dawn also helps with therapeutic support so you can get support during the week and between sessions.
I work via Tele-Mental Health Therapy in Florida and Kentucky. I work with those struggling with Depression, Anxiety, Addiction, Grief and Loss, or hundreds of other mental health issues. I believe you have the power to change and regain your life. I am just a fellow traveler on Life's journey who has many years of education and experience to help show you the way. I often work with my wife, Dawn, to help families and those struggling with their marriage or relationship. Sometimes couples prefer to talk with another couple. Dawn also helps with therapeutic support so you can get support during the week and between sessions.
![Photo of Dawn Wesley, MS, RMHCI, LPCA, CCTP, Pre-Licensed Professional](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/85df8694-aaf5-4fa4-99ca-d89953136109/1/320x400.jpeg)
Dawn Wesley
Pre-Licensed Professional, MS, RMHCI, LPCA, CCTP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Apollo Beach, FL 33572
I believe in treating the person, not the condition. My approach to therapy is to see you as you are and to guide you toward wellness and a more fulfilling life. Above all, I offer a safe and supportive therapeutic relationship for you to share your thoughts, feelings, worries, and obstacles. Together, we will navigate through the different areas of your life to understand your needs, behaviors, and relationships. Along the way, we’ll uncover your inner strengths and establish a healthy direction in your life.
I believe in treating the person, not the condition. My approach to therapy is to see you as you are and to guide you toward wellness and a more fulfilling life. Above all, I offer a safe and supportive therapeutic relationship for you to share your thoughts, feelings, worries, and obstacles. Together, we will navigate through the different areas of your life to understand your needs, behaviors, and relationships. Along the way, we’ll uncover your inner strengths and establish a healthy direction in your life.
![Photo of Anna Lively, MS, LMHC, NCC, CCMHC, Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/3c4e4eef-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/3/320x400.jpeg)
Anna Lively
Counselor, MS, LMHC, NCC, CCMHC
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Apollo Beach, FL 33572 (Online Only)
It is my goal to provide an optimistic and encouragement-focused approach to therapy. Through the use of active and empathetic listening, professional counseling techniques, exercises and methods focused towards attaining measurable progress, I will work with you to find resources, tools and skills to pro-actively and confidently manage what you are faced with today. With a non-judgmental, caring and compassionate approach, I will also work with you to find healing from issues of trauma, abuse, grief, broken relationships or other unresolved issues from your past.
It is my goal to provide an optimistic and encouragement-focused approach to therapy. Through the use of active and empathetic listening, professional counseling techniques, exercises and methods focused towards attaining measurable progress, I will work with you to find resources, tools and skills to pro-actively and confidently manage what you are faced with today. With a non-judgmental, caring and compassionate approach, I will also work with you to find healing from issues of trauma, abuse, grief, broken relationships or other unresolved issues from your past.
![Photo of Steven C. Walker, PsyD, Psychologist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/3cd24e3c-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/3/320x400.jpeg)
Talking things out is good. Holding things in, is not. If you go to doctors for your body, then why wouldn't you go to a doctor for your mind? There is nothing wrong with working on your thoughts and emotions, in fact, if everyone worked on their inner world, we would have a completely different outer world. If you're ready to start working on your self, your relationships, or if you feel like you're not achieving your potential, then give me a call. Please read my reviews by clicking on the Website link under my photo.
Talking things out is good. Holding things in, is not. If you go to doctors for your body, then why wouldn't you go to a doctor for your mind? There is nothing wrong with working on your thoughts and emotions, in fact, if everyone worked on their inner world, we would have a completely different outer world. If you're ready to start working on your self, your relationships, or if you feel like you're not achieving your potential, then give me a call. Please read my reviews by clicking on the Website link under my photo.
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Aging Care Advocates, Inc.
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, C-ASWCM, CMC, CSA
Verified Verified
Sun City Center, FL 33573
Their goal is to work with families and older adults to resolve matters that revolve around aging issues.
Aging Care Advocates is a geriatric care management and advocacy company owned and operated locally in the Tampa Bay area by Genevieve Faulk.
Their goal is to work with families and older adults to resolve matters that revolve around aging issues.
Aging Care Advocates is a geriatric care management and advocacy company owned and operated locally in the Tampa Bay area by Genevieve Faulk.
![Photo of Stephanie Taylor, LCSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/751ff7f1-a75f-494c-9389-8a2e4db53451/1/320x400.png)
My name is Stephanie Taylor, and I am a Licensed Clinical Social worker based in Florida and working with clients statewide via telehealth. I work with teens through older adults using a systems and cognitive behavioral approach and specialize in stress, anxiety, aging, caregiver burnout, high school to college transitions, self-esteem, and weight loss struggles. I have found my approach to be beneficial at various ages. I meet the client he/she is. I can relate to the over 50 population as well as parent with high school and college age children. I can relate to being a caregiver, parent, working mom, teen and college ages.
My name is Stephanie Taylor, and I am a Licensed Clinical Social worker based in Florida and working with clients statewide via telehealth. I work with teens through older adults using a systems and cognitive behavioral approach and specialize in stress, anxiety, aging, caregiver burnout, high school to college transitions, self-esteem, and weight loss struggles. I have found my approach to be beneficial at various ages. I meet the client he/she is. I can relate to the over 50 population as well as parent with high school and college age children. I can relate to being a caregiver, parent, working mom, teen and college ages.
![Photo of Amy Corbin, LCSW, MSW, MA, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/fe136082-9626-41a4-a481-7c8c29c6631a/6/320x400.png)
Amy Corbin
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MSW, MA
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Riverview, FL 33578 (Online Only)
You're probably scrolling through a long list of clinicians in your area, hoping to find someone's face who looks trustworthy or an introduction that jumps out to you. It can be stressful trying to find a therapist who feels like the right fit. It may take a few tries before you feel like you've found a good match which is completely natural. Let's meet for a free 15-minute consultation to see if we click.
You're probably scrolling through a long list of clinicians in your area, hoping to find someone's face who looks trustworthy or an introduction that jumps out to you. It can be stressful trying to find a therapist who feels like the right fit. It may take a few tries before you feel like you've found a good match which is completely natural. Let's meet for a free 15-minute consultation to see if we click.
With over 30 years of experience, I believe each person is a unique individual; therefore, I use an eclectic approach to psychotherapy to meet the uniqueness of my client’s needs to attain the personal growth that they are striving for. I work with a wide range of emotional and behavioral issues ranging from depression, anxiety, grief, parenting issues, relationship issues, work issues, to addiction problems. By applying complementary therapy approaches and techniques, I help my clients to unearth long standing behavior patterns, or negative perceptions which may be holding them back from experiencing a more fulfilling life.
With over 30 years of experience, I believe each person is a unique individual; therefore, I use an eclectic approach to psychotherapy to meet the uniqueness of my client’s needs to attain the personal growth that they are striving for. I work with a wide range of emotional and behavioral issues ranging from depression, anxiety, grief, parenting issues, relationship issues, work issues, to addiction problems. By applying complementary therapy approaches and techniques, I help my clients to unearth long standing behavior patterns, or negative perceptions which may be holding them back from experiencing a more fulfilling life.
![Photo of Trenicia L Thomas, MEd, LMHC, NCC, Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/28cfd5a7-9a80-41e7-834f-7dc92f794e79/1/320x400.jpeg)
When dealing with mental health issues, we have two options: to step forward into growth or to step back into safety. — Maslow So whether it’s goalsetting, dealing with depression, grief, PTSD, processing a traumatic experience or readjusting to a new stage in life, I am here for you! I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor and Life Coach helping clients find their purpose, learn how to deal with their emotions, and find work/life balance.
When dealing with mental health issues, we have two options: to step forward into growth or to step back into safety. — Maslow So whether it’s goalsetting, dealing with depression, grief, PTSD, processing a traumatic experience or readjusting to a new stage in life, I am here for you! I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor and Life Coach helping clients find their purpose, learn how to deal with their emotions, and find work/life balance.
![Photo of Melissa Sevigny, LCSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/6734b158-dc8d-450b-a655-7e52bf3b2348/1/320x400.jpeg)
Melissa Sevigny
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Riverview, FL 33579 (Online Only)
Some people see me to explore childhood trauma. Some people come to me because their job or home life are really stressful. Some come because they’re worried about stuff all the time that they know they shouldn’t be worried about but they are anyway. Some come because their parents are getting older, and they are having to be more involved in their care and the transition to parenting your parent is challenging. Some people are not happy in their relationships, some aren’t happy with themselves and some just need someone to talk to. What all this means is, there is no wrong reason to see a therapist.. I'm here for you!
Some people see me to explore childhood trauma. Some people come to me because their job or home life are really stressful. Some come because they’re worried about stuff all the time that they know they shouldn’t be worried about but they are anyway. Some come because their parents are getting older, and they are having to be more involved in their care and the transition to parenting your parent is challenging. Some people are not happy in their relationships, some aren’t happy with themselves and some just need someone to talk to. What all this means is, there is no wrong reason to see a therapist.. I'm here for you!
![Photo of Lauren Baer, MSW, LCSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/8bb8e37f-5ee6-463e-8c55-077d1e186c56/2/320x400.jpeg)
Lauren Baer
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Riverview, FL 33579 (Online Only)
Do you feel like you are stuck, like getting out of bed takes all of your energy or like you just want your thoughts to stop racing? Having anxiety and depression can feel overwhelming and even the smallest task can seem impossible. It doesn't have to be this way. My clients tell me that after our sessions and learning the tools we practice they are able to breathe, to participate in activities they haven't been able to for so long and to feel comfortable in their own skin. I would love to help you live the life you deserve to live! Book with me now by clicking on my website link!
Do you feel like you are stuck, like getting out of bed takes all of your energy or like you just want your thoughts to stop racing? Having anxiety and depression can feel overwhelming and even the smallest task can seem impossible. It doesn't have to be this way. My clients tell me that after our sessions and learning the tools we practice they are able to breathe, to participate in activities they haven't been able to for so long and to feel comfortable in their own skin. I would love to help you live the life you deserve to live! Book with me now by clicking on my website link!
![Photo of Meredith L. Chrystie, LCSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/d6f9270c-c7d2-4328-b752-6adf47d83938/1/320x400.jpeg)
Meredith L. Chrystie
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Riverview, FL 33578
Therapy isn't just about talking through your problems—it's about making meaningful, lasting change! In therapy, you get the chance to explore your feelings, solve problems, and heal old wounds. My goal is to help you find relief as quickly as possible, so I provide immediate feedback, give you tasks to work on between sessions, and offer tools to build your coping skills. Nothing makes me happier than seeing my clients grow and thrive!
Therapy isn't just about talking through your problems—it's about making meaningful, lasting change! In therapy, you get the chance to explore your feelings, solve problems, and heal old wounds. My goal is to help you find relief as quickly as possible, so I provide immediate feedback, give you tasks to work on between sessions, and offer tools to build your coping skills. Nothing makes me happier than seeing my clients grow and thrive!
Online Therapists
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Counseling Resource Services, Inc.
Psychologist
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Winter Garden, FL 34787
We offer counseling services to cope with illness, injury, dementia, and disability to support both the individual and their caregivers.
Sometimes life becomes too challenging or we want to make a change. When people need help they look for a skilled professional who will listen, understand and guide them on their life's journey. Counseling Resource Services is a private network of clinicians providing mental health counseling and wellness support to adults, the elderly, and families. Our center is located in Winter Garden, with counselors available in Orange County, Osceola County, Seminole County, Brevard County, and Lake County locations, as well as by telehealth.
We offer counseling services to cope with illness, injury, dementia, and disability to support both the individual and their caregivers.
Sometimes life becomes too challenging or we want to make a change. When people need help they look for a skilled professional who will listen, understand and guide them on their life's journey. Counseling Resource Services is a private network of clinicians providing mental health counseling and wellness support to adults, the elderly, and families. Our center is located in Winter Garden, with counselors available in Orange County, Osceola County, Seminole County, Brevard County, and Lake County locations, as well as by telehealth.
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Lunden Psychological Services exists to serve you; treating the whole person from a solution-focused approach to emotional health and wellbeing. In serving you, and your relationship with others, LPS offers effective individual, marital, couple, family, and elderly counseling together with comprehensive psychological evaluation from a Christian worldview. Lunden Psychological Services provides you with a compassionate collaborative relationship and practical skills designed to promote life change and growth potentially transforming marital problems, family conflict, divorce, depression, panic attacks, memory loss, social anxiety, addictions, etc. into opportunities to experience new life with hope, purpose, meaning, and the freedom to thrive.
Lunden Psychological Services exists to serve you; treating the whole person from a solution-focused approach to emotional health and wellbeing. In serving you, and your relationship with others, LPS offers effective individual, marital, couple, family, and elderly counseling together with comprehensive psychological evaluation from a Christian worldview. Lunden Psychological Services provides you with a compassionate collaborative relationship and practical skills designed to promote life change and growth potentially transforming marital problems, family conflict, divorce, depression, panic attacks, memory loss, social anxiety, addictions, etc. into opportunities to experience new life with hope, purpose, meaning, and the freedom to thrive.
![Photo of Nancy Shaw, LCSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/b14456bf-5edd-48b8-b1d3-1c0dd4ed1116/1/320x400.jpeg)
Accepting new clients as of 7/20/2024. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Florida over twenty years of professional work experience and specialize in working with geriatric individuals. I regularly help clients with stress and anxiety, depression, pain management, communication within relationships and families, and adjusting to medical issues. It is my passion to provide counseling for older adults coping with medical illness, dementia for both the client and caregiver, transitions, trauma, grief and loss. I love my work and strive to provide a safe and uplifting environment in which my clients can heal and thrive.
Accepting new clients as of 7/20/2024. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Florida over twenty years of professional work experience and specialize in working with geriatric individuals. I regularly help clients with stress and anxiety, depression, pain management, communication within relationships and families, and adjusting to medical issues. It is my passion to provide counseling for older adults coping with medical illness, dementia for both the client and caregiver, transitions, trauma, grief and loss. I love my work and strive to provide a safe and uplifting environment in which my clients can heal and thrive.
![Photo of Lynn Foltz, LCSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/8b19faa5-8a92-4b1b-aedd-7dcba8ba2aab/1/320x400.jpeg)
Accepting new clients. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Florida with 17 years of professional work experience and have worked with diverse populations from teenagers to geriatric individuals. I have experience in helping clients with reducing stress and anxiety, resolving family conflicts, increasing communication within relationships and families, and working with individuals with PTSD from trauma and abuse. I have worked as a Medical Social Worker and provide counseling for older adults coping with medical illness, dementia for both the client and care giver, transitions, trauma, grief and loss.
Accepting new clients. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Florida with 17 years of professional work experience and have worked with diverse populations from teenagers to geriatric individuals. I have experience in helping clients with reducing stress and anxiety, resolving family conflicts, increasing communication within relationships and families, and working with individuals with PTSD from trauma and abuse. I have worked as a Medical Social Worker and provide counseling for older adults coping with medical illness, dementia for both the client and care giver, transitions, trauma, grief and loss.
![Photo of Nicole Chacho, LMHC, Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/717b3a90-ab6c-469d-bfee-ff6f2328a84e/1/320x400.jpeg)
Neurocognitive specialist for children, teens, adults, couples, & families navigating trauma, anxiety, grief/loss, adjustments (including homeschooling), stressors from chronic medical issues (e.g., various types of dementia, Alzheimer’s, post stroke, aphasia, TBI, cancer), & neurodevelopmental disorders (e.g., ADD/ADHD, Asperger's/autism). Licensed Mental Health Counselor and EMDR Therapist with certifications in the areas of complex trauma (Levels I & II), dementia care, autism, ADHD, anxiety, and grief. Former psychometrist for Dr. Dano Leli (neuropsychologist), where I helped individuals navigate next steps & healing post evals.
Neurocognitive specialist for children, teens, adults, couples, & families navigating trauma, anxiety, grief/loss, adjustments (including homeschooling), stressors from chronic medical issues (e.g., various types of dementia, Alzheimer’s, post stroke, aphasia, TBI, cancer), & neurodevelopmental disorders (e.g., ADD/ADHD, Asperger's/autism). Licensed Mental Health Counselor and EMDR Therapist with certifications in the areas of complex trauma (Levels I & II), dementia care, autism, ADHD, anxiety, and grief. Former psychometrist for Dr. Dano Leli (neuropsychologist), where I helped individuals navigate next steps & healing post evals.
![Photo of Malissa B Harris, LCSW, MSW, CMC, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/e426181f-8e77-4f2c-8a96-d516d7536c8c/2/320x400.jpeg)
Malissa B Harris
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MSW, CMC
Verified Verified
Saint Petersburg, FL 33716
I am a certified Geriatric Care Manager and Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I provide mental health therapy along with care management which includes attending medical appointments, referrals and resources, communicating with families and providers, and being the point of contact and liaison between all parties. I have a holistic approach as I focus on the person as a whole to incorporate not just your diagnoses, but your environment as well. I work with individuals, caregivers, and families, especially of those with aging issues, Dementia (such as Alzheimer’s), cognitive impairment and caregiver burnout.
I am a certified Geriatric Care Manager and Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I provide mental health therapy along with care management which includes attending medical appointments, referrals and resources, communicating with families and providers, and being the point of contact and liaison between all parties. I have a holistic approach as I focus on the person as a whole to incorporate not just your diagnoses, but your environment as well. I work with individuals, caregivers, and families, especially of those with aging issues, Dementia (such as Alzheimer’s), cognitive impairment and caregiver burnout.
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Anna Hahn Weaver
Counselor, PhD, LMHC, MT-BC, CDWF
Verified Verified
Tarpon Springs, FL 34689 (Online Only)
Struggling with emotional or developmental challenges? Pandemic Fatigue, Front-Line Decision-Making Fatigue? Dementia, grief or other concerns? There is HOPE.
I will soon be accepting many insurances starting in August! Are you seeking compassionate and empowering help to maintain your overall mental wellness? How can I help? My approach is multi-faceted. I am a Traditional Psychotherapist & Board-Certified Music Therapist. Counseling sessions are tailored to meet the exact needs of my clients using approaches that are most comfortable for them. Specialties include anxiety, trauma, grief, and wellness. I provide a 'comfort zone' that enhances your life's natural balance and rhythm through Traditional or Eclectic Models of Psychotherapy, Music Therapy, and Creative Arts.
Struggling with emotional or developmental challenges? Pandemic Fatigue, Front-Line Decision-Making Fatigue? Dementia, grief or other concerns? There is HOPE.
I will soon be accepting many insurances starting in August! Are you seeking compassionate and empowering help to maintain your overall mental wellness? How can I help? My approach is multi-faceted. I am a Traditional Psychotherapist & Board-Certified Music Therapist. Counseling sessions are tailored to meet the exact needs of my clients using approaches that are most comfortable for them. Specialties include anxiety, trauma, grief, and wellness. I provide a 'comfort zone' that enhances your life's natural balance and rhythm through Traditional or Eclectic Models of Psychotherapy, Music Therapy, and Creative Arts.
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Psychological Consultation and Therapy Services
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Sarasota, FL 34232
Please be advised that I offer evaluations for ADHD and Alzheimer's, and other dementia as a Neuropsychologist.
I specialize in working with adults experiencing stress, anxiety, and depression. They may be having health problems, causing anxiety and depressed feelings. In addition, many of my patients are experiencing chronic pain, and I have helped them cope with reductions in pain levels. I am now offering ADHD Evaluations for adolescents and adults. I offer In-Person (through December) and Virtual telehealth sessions. I provide testing in my office in Millerton, NY, or online. Biofeedback treatments will also be available. I am licensed in NY and Connecticut and registered in Florida.
Please be advised that I offer evaluations for ADHD and Alzheimer's, and other dementia as a Neuropsychologist.
I specialize in working with adults experiencing stress, anxiety, and depression. They may be having health problems, causing anxiety and depressed feelings. In addition, many of my patients are experiencing chronic pain, and I have helped them cope with reductions in pain levels. I am now offering ADHD Evaluations for adolescents and adults. I offer In-Person (through December) and Virtual telehealth sessions. I provide testing in my office in Millerton, NY, or online. Biofeedback treatments will also be available. I am licensed in NY and Connecticut and registered in Florida.
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Dementia Therapists
Can dementia patients benefit from counseling?
Dementia patients can often benefit significantly from counseling. While neurologists typically treat dementia itself, counselors provide crucial emotional support for patients and their families. Therapists specializing in dementia can help clients navigate aging, end-of-life issues, social isolation, sleep challenges, and grief. They can also assist clients in adapting to the disease by addressing caregiving concerns and supporting family members. Counselors will often also collaborate with a patient's neurologist or other medical providers to manage dementia symptoms and medication needs.
How can you tell if someone has dementia or Alzheimer's?
To determine if someone has dementia or Alzheimer's disease, there are several signs and diagnostic methods that medical professionals use. Early signs of dementia often include memory loss, difficulty with problem-solving, and challenges in completing familiar tasks. Diagnosing dementia or Alzheimer's requires a comprehensive approach, as there is no single definitive test, and initial diagnosis can sometimes be difficult as symptoms tend to worsen progressively over time. To make a diagnosis, medical professionals typically use a combination of methods, including standardized questionnaires and cognitive tests to assess memory, attention, and problem-solving skills, psychiatric evaluations to understand mental health status, brain scans to look for physical changes in the brain, as well as other medical tests to rule out other conditions.
What are the first-line treatment options for Alzheimer’s disease?
There is no cure for Alzheimer's disease, but catching the disease in its early-to-moderate phases can be beneficial in order to initiate first-line treatments to help manage symptoms. Medications such as galantamine, rivastigmine, and donepezil are examples of cholinesterase inhibitors that are commonly prescribed for Alzheimer’s disease. In addition, working with a therapist or social worker can also often help patients with the disease address common behavioral and lifestyle concerns, such as anxiety, depression, irritability, sleep problems, social support, and housing changes.
When to seek treatment for Alzheimer’s?
It’s best to seek treatment at the first signs of Alzheimer's. Early warning signs of Alzheimer’s include memory problems, such as forgetting appointments or directions, as well as trouble concentrating, paying attention, retrieving words, and carrying out daily household tasks. An early diagnosis can help people slow the progression of the disease with medication and plan for the future in terms of housing, social/caregiving support, and finances.