
09/25/2025
Today, around 57 million people worldwide are living with dementia, with Alzheimer’s disease accounting for up to 70% of these cases. With nearly 10 million new diagnoses each year, the need for support, better care, investment in research, and strategies for prevention has never been more urgent.
Early diagnosis can make a significant difference in managing the disease. Here are 5 potential early warning signs to be aware of:
1. Memory Loss: Frequently forgetting recently learned information or important dates.
2. Difficulty Planning or Solving Problems: Struggling with tasks that require concentration, like following a recipe or managing finances.
3. Confusion with Time or Place: Losing track of dates, seasons, and the passage of time.
4. Difficulty Completing Familiar Tasks: Trouble with routine activities, such as driving to a familiar location.
5. Changes in Mood and Personality: Becoming easily upset, confused, or anxious, especially in new situations.
If these signs are noticeable, it's important to seek medical advice. Early detection can make a significant difference in managing the condition.
Does your loved one need help? Caring for a family member or loved one living with Alzheimer’s or another form of dementia is an immense undertaking, and Compass Homecare is here to help. As the disease progresses, their needs increase exponentially.
We understand the duty families feel to their loved ones, and we’re not here to interfere with that. Instead, our team is available to provide professional and much-deserved support.
Learn more about our approach to Alzheimer’s & Dementia care via the link below: https://compasshomecare.ca/services/alzheimers-dementia-care