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Over 6 million Americans are living with Alzheimer鈥檚, and millions more have a family member or loved one living with it. While every stage of Alzheimer's is different and each situation is unique, expert guidance can start you on the way towards managing day-to-day life with Alzheimer鈥檚 disease.</p></div><div class="ui six wide column computer only"><img loading="lazy" src="/images/evergreenPages/living-with-alzheimers-disease/life-and-stages-of-alzheimers-disease-desktop.webp" alt="Alzheimer's patient accessing resources for managing their symptoms." width="450" height="450" class="ui image overlaidImage computer only"/></div><div class="ui sixteen wide column tablet only overlappedContainer"><img loading="lazy" src="/images/evergreenPages/living-with-alzheimers-disease/life-and-stages-of-alzheimers-disease-tablet.webp" alt="Alzheimer's patient accessing resources for managing their symptoms." class="ui image centered overlaidImage tablet only"/></div><div class="ui sixteen wide column mobile only"><img loading="lazy" src="/images/evergreenPages/living-with-alzheimers-disease/life-and-stages-of-alzheimers-disease-mobile.webp" alt="Alzheimer's patient accessing resources for managing their symptoms." class="ui image centered evergreenMobile mobileImageTailored mobile only"/></div></div></div></div><div class="ui very padded left aligned dark segment"><div class="ui stackable grid container"><div class="row"><div class="twelve wide column"><h2 class="ui red header">Helping Make Life with Alzheimer鈥檚 More Livable</h2><div class="ui description"><div>UsAgainstAlzheimer鈥檚 provides resources to help people with Alzheimer鈥檚 and their loved ones understand the disease, enjoy a better quality of life, and undo negative misconceptions about the disease.</div></div></div></div><div class="ui row computer only"><div class="sixteen wide column"><h2 class="ui white header"></h2><p class="ui description bottomPadded"></p></div><div class="eight wide column"><div class="tailored-spaced-between"><div><a href="/stages-of-alzheimers-disease/"><img alt="An older woman sitting on a couch with her doctor as they discuss the different stages of Alzheimer's Disease" src="/images/evergreenPages/living-with-alzheimers-disease/understanding-early-stages-of-alzheimers.webp" class="ui image responsive hover"/></a><h3 class="ui header"><a class="ui imageCardHeader secondary link blue alt button hover" href="/stages-of-alzheimers-disease/">Understanding the Stages of Alzheimer鈥檚 Disease</a></h3><div><div><p>If you or a loved one has been diagnosed with Alzheimer鈥檚, knowing how to plan for the future starts with a better understanding of <a class="pink link" href="/stages-of-alzheimers-disease/">Alzheimer鈥檚 stages</a>.</p> <p>There are 5 distinct Alzheimer鈥檚 stages: Mild cognitive impairment (MCI), Mild, Moderate, Severe, and Very Severe. While symptoms will vary from person to person, there are common aspects for each stage of Alzheimer鈥檚 disease. The more you understand about each of them, the better prepared you and your loved ones can be.</p></div></div><div class="ui hidden divider"></div></div></div></div><div class="eight wide column"><div class="tailored-spaced-between"><div><a href="/stages-of-alzheimers-disease/"><img alt="An man in the early stages of Alzheimer's disease participates in a group class to help him stay active " src="/images/evergreenPages/living-with-alzheimers-disease/early-stages-of-alzheimers.webp" class="ui image responsive hover"/></a><h3 class="ui header"><a class="ui imageCardHeader secondary link blue alt button hover" href="/stages-of-alzheimers-disease/">Early Stages of Alzheimer鈥檚 </a></h3><div><div>Early Alzheimer鈥檚 stages are an important time to take action towards better brain health. Recent studies have suggested that there are many lifestyle changes that can help manage and delay the onset of some symptoms. These early <a class="pink link" href="/stages-of-alzheimers-disease/">Alzheimer鈥檚 stages</a> are also the best time to plan ahead for financial, medical, and legal needs.</div></div><div class="ui hidden divider"></div></div></div></div><div class="eight wide column"><div class="tailored-spaced-between"><div><a href="/tips-for-living-with-alzheimers/"><img alt="A woman taking a break from her daily routine to swing on a swingset and enjoy the sunshine" src="/images/evergreenPages/living-with-alzheimers-disease/tips-for-daily-life-with-alzheimers-progression.webp" class="ui image responsive hover"/></a><h3 class="ui header"><a class="ui imageCardHeader secondary link blue alt button hover" href="/tips-for-living-with-alzheimers/">Tips for Daily Life with Alzheimer鈥檚</a></h3><div><div><p>Alzheimer鈥檚 is different for each person. But millions of people and families are going through the same kinds of changes and problems. Find <a class="pink link" href="/tips-for-living-with-alzheimers/">tips for living with Alzheimer鈥檚</a> for yourself or a loved one.</p></div></div><div class="ui hidden divider"></div></div></div></div><div class="eight wide column"><div class="tailored-spaced-between"><div><a href="/participating-in-alzheimers-research/"><img alt="Two scientists working on Alzheimer's research stand at a whiteboard and review data together" src="/images/evergreenPages/living-with-alzheimers-disease/research-and-clinical-trials-for-alzheimers-stages.webp" class="ui image responsive hover"/></a><h3 class="ui header"><a class="ui imageCardHeader secondary link blue alt button hover" href="/participating-in-alzheimers-research/">Research & Clinical Trials</a></h3><div><div><p>A clinical trial provides the research needed to test new medicines, diagnostics, care, or risk reduction programs. If you or your loved one joins a clinical trial, you may get access to new therapies and the latest research. These trials also help move us all towards better understanding of the disease, leading to improved care and treatment.</p> <p>There are many factors to consider when participating in Alzheimer鈥檚 research, it鈥檚 important to <a class="pink link" href="/participating-in-alzheimers-research/">find the project that is best for you</a>.</p></div></div><div class="ui hidden divider"></div></div></div></div><div class="eight wide column"><div class="tailored-spaced-between"><div><a href="/breaking-down-the-stigma/"><img alt="A doctor sits down for coffee with an older couple to discuss how they are breaking down the stigma around Alzheimer's" src="/images/evergreenPages/living-with-alzheimers-disease/breaking-down-the-stigma-alzheimers-progression.webp" class="ui image responsive hover"/></a><h3 class="ui header"><a class="ui imageCardHeader secondary link blue alt button hover" href="/breaking-down-the-stigma/">Breaking Down the Stigma</a></h3><div><div>It鈥檚 not uncommon for someone diagnosed with Alzheimer鈥檚 to feel like they鈥檙e being treated differently by people around them. That鈥檚 why changing perceptions and educating others on the facts about Alzheimer鈥檚 is so important. Sharing your experience can not only help <a class="pink link" href="/breaking-down-the-stigma/">reduce the stigma,</a> but help bring about more support, no matter what stage of Alzheimer鈥檚 you or your loved one are experiencing.</div></div><div class="ui hidden divider"></div></div></div></div><div class="eight wide column"><div class="tailored-spaced-between"><div><a href="/behavioral-symptoms-alzheimers-disease/"><img alt="A woman is sitting and looking off into the distance thinking" src="/images/evergreenPages/living-with-alzheimers-disease/agitation-in-alzheimers.webp" class="ui image responsive hover"/></a><h3 class="ui header"><a class="ui imageCardHeader secondary link blue alt button hover" href="/behavioral-symptoms-alzheimers-disease/">Behavioral Symptoms in Alzheimer鈥檚</a></h3><div><div>Agitation is a common symptom of Alzheimer鈥檚 disease. It may cause people to become aggressive, anxious, restless, or irritable. If you are caring for someone who becomes agitated, remember that it鈥檚 a symptom of Alzheimer鈥檚 disease. <a class="pink link" href="/tips-for-living-with-alzheimers/">Follow some tips</a> and remember to stay calm, acknowledge their feelings, and know that it is not your fault.</div></div><div class="ui hidden divider"></div></div></div></div><div class="eight wide column"><div class="tailored-spaced-between"><div><a href="/connection-between-agitation-and-alzheimers-disease/"><img alt="A woman sitting on the edge of her bed after she wakes up from a refreshing night's sleep" src="/images/evergreenPages/keep-your-brain-healthy/get-enough-sleep-to-keep-brain-healthy.webp" class="ui image responsive hover"/></a><h3 class="ui header"><a class="ui imageCardHeader secondary link blue alt button hover" href="/connection-between-agitation-and-alzheimers-disease/">Understanding the Connection Between Agitation and Alzheimer鈥檚 Disease</a></h3><div><div>More than three-quarters of people with Alzheimer鈥檚 experience agitation as a symptom of the disease, presenting a wide range of challenges for both patients and their caregivers. Learn more about agitation associated with Alzheimer鈥檚, how to spot it, and options for how to manage it.</div></div><div class="ui hidden divider"></div></div></div></div><div class="sixteen wide column"><div class="ui divider thickened"></div></div><div class="eleven wide column"><h2 class="ui red header">How do People Progress Through the Stages of Alzheimer鈥檚 Disease?</h2><div class="ui description"><p>Each person goes through Alzheimer鈥檚 stages at a different speed, with different symptoms. While each person is unique, one consistent fact is that you will need more help as you progress through each stage of Alzheimer鈥檚 disease. Recognizing symptoms of each stage can help you navigate changes and plan for the future.</p> <p>With MCI and the mild stage of Alzheimer鈥檚 disease, you may not need that much help with day-to-day life. You may repeat questions or take longer to do daily activities, and may have difficulty learning new information.</p> <p>In the moderate stage, you may need more help with daily activities. Over time, you might need help getting dressed, bathing, and going to the bathroom. You could also start having <a class="pink link" href="/healthy-sleep-for-a-healthy-brain/">trouble sleeping</a>.</p> <p>In the severe and very severe stages, you will likely need continuous care and will need help with most activities of everyday life.</p> <p>While these topics can be tough, it鈥檚 important to remember that you are not alone. 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