10 Early Signs of Dementia You Should NEVER Ignore!

We wish we’d acted two years sooner.”

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John (68): “Dad stopped playing cards with his buddies. Said he was ‘tired.’ Six months later he couldn’t remember how to shuffle. Early medication slowed things dramatically. Those lost six months still haunt us.”

What to Do If You Notice 2+ Signs

1. Schedule a doctor visit this month — don’t wait for “worse”
2. Bring a trusted friend/family member — they notice changes you miss
3. Ask for cognitive screening (MoCA or Mini-Mental) + bloodwork to rule out reversible causes (B12 deficiency, thyroid, depression)
4. Start legal/financial planning while capacity is still good

Early diagnosis can