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Understanding Dementia

What is Dementia?

Dementia is a condition that affects memory, thinking, and daily life.

It happens when brain cells become damaged and are unable to communicate properly.

It can affect:

🧠 Memory

💬 Language

🧩 Problem-solving

😊 Mood & behavior

🏠 Everyday tasks

Understanding Dementia

What happens in the brain?

In dementia:
  • Brain cells become damaged
  • Messages between cells slow down
  • Some cells die
This leads to:
  • Forgetfulness
  • Confusion
  • Personality shifts
  • Difficulty planning or speaking

Types of Dementia

Alzheimer's Disease (Most common)
Early signs
  • Memory loss
  • Repeating questions
  • Misplacing items
  • Getting lost
  • Word-finding problems
Vascular Dementia
Early signs
  • Slower thinking
  • Planning problems
  • Mood changes
  • Walking or balance difficulty
Lewy Body Dementia
Early signs
  • Visual hallucinations
  • Good days and bad days
  • Stiff or slow movement
  • Sleep problems
Frontotemporal Dementia (FTD)
Early signs
  • Personality or behaviour change
  • Loss of empathy or social awareness
  • Impulsive or inappropriate behaviour
  • Speech or language problems
Progressive Supranuclear Palsy (PSP) — Parkinson’s Plus
Early signs
  • Frequent backward falls
  • Stiff neck and upright posture
  • Slowed movement
  • Eye movement difficulty
  • Speech and swallowing changes
Mixed Dementia [Usually Alzheimer's + vascular, sometimes Lewy Body combination]
Early signs
  • Memory loss
  • Slowed thinking
  • Attention difficulties
  • Mood changes
  • Walking or balance problems
  • Day-to-day variability

Recognise the changes

No two people experience it in exactly the same way. While each journey is unique, there are common changes that caregivers and families may notice over time. Recognising these changes can help people respond with greater understanding, patience, and care.
We Help With

Support areas for families and caregivers

Living With Dementia
Guidance, routines, and practical care support for daily life.
Communication & Behavior
Support for difficult conversations, distress, and changing behavior.
Caregiver Support
Resources, education, and emotional support for family members.