Alzheimer's & Dementia Care Template
Comprehensive care coordination template for families managing a loved one with Alzheimer's disease or other forms of dementia.
Care Stages & Tasks
- Schedule neurologist evaluation
- Set up medication reminders
- Discuss legal documents (POA, advance directive)
- Begin symptom diary
- Research local support groups
- Home safety assessment
Common Medications
Donepezil (Aricept)Rivastigmine (Exelon)Memantine (Namenda)Galantamine (Razadyne)
Warning Signs to Watch
- Rapid cognitive decline over days
- Sudden personality changes
- Difficulty swallowing
- Unexplained weight loss
- Increased falls
- Wandering or getting lost
- Aggression or severe agitation
Questions for the Doctor
- 1.What stage is the dementia in now?
- 2.Should we adjust medications?
- 3.Are there clinical trials available?
- 4.When should we consider memory care facilities?
- 5.What behavioral changes should prompt an urgent visit?
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