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Does an Early Diagnosis Change Who the Person Is?

A dementia diagnosis doesn't erase who someone is. The person you love—their humor, their warmth, their history—is still there. This article explores how identity continues and how you can help preserve it.

January 15, 2025

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What Does Early-Stage Dementia Really Mean in Daily Life?

Early-stage dementia doesn't mean everything changes overnight. The person you love is still fully themselves. This article explains what daily life actually looks like in the early stages—the small shifts, the routines that remain, and the relationship that continues.

January 15, 2025

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The Silent Shock of an Early Dementia Diagnosis

An early dementia diagnosis doesn't always arrive with drama. Sometimes it comes quietly, and the shock settles in slowly. This article explores the silent impact on caregivers and how to navigate the days that follow.

January 15, 2025

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Is It Normal to Feel Lost After an Alzheimer's Diagnosis?

If someone you love has been diagnosed with Alzheimer's, you might feel like the ground has shifted. That feeling of being lost, confused, or overwhelmed is completely normal. There's no right way to feel, and you don't need all the answers.

January 15, 2025

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Am I Allowed to Feel Sad Even If It's Still Early?

The diagnosis is still fresh, but the sadness is already here. If you're wondering whether it's okay to grieve when things are "still good," know that anticipatory grief is real and valid. Your sadness isn't premature—it's a sign of deep love meeting an uncertain road.

January 15, 2025