Alzheimer’s disease (AD) is a slowly progressing, irreversible neurodegenerative brain disease with a long preclinical phase (up to 20 years) and an average clinical duration of 8 to 10 years. The progression of AD is accompanied by changes to the brain that serve as disease biomarkers.
Alzheimer’s disease symptoms often start subtly. People with early Alzheimer’s disease (and their families) may mistake the early signs for normal aging and put off going to a doctor.
Disease progression typically spans several stages. These stages include preclinical Alzheimer’s disease, mild cognitive impairment (MCI) due to Alzheimer’s disease, and Alzheimer’s disease dementia varying from mild to severe.
During this stage, clinicians may be able to detect very early features of Alzheimer’s disease compared to other causes of memory loss or other forms of cognitive impairment. These features can be detected using validated tools such as Mini-Cog, General Practitioner Assessment of Cognition (GPCOG), Memory Impairment Screen (MIS), and Montreal Cognitive Assessment (MoCA).7-9
The rate of cognitive decline increases sharply in the years before dementia. Since MCI is the earliest stage of Alzheimer’s disease with observable symptoms, this leaves limited time between diagnosis and dementia—with estimates ranging from 2 to 6 years.1,5,6.
Patients with MCI due to AD have been shown to convert to AD dementia at an annual rate of 31%.
For people living with dementia, staying physically active isn't just about health, it's about feeling alive, connected, and in control. At Village Green Memory Care Community, we make movement part of everyday life. An approach to dementia care assistance in Houston includes group walk, light stretching, or chair dancing to classic tunes. These programs are […]
Why Nature Matters in Memory Care At Village Green Memory Care Community, we’ve seen firsthand how the simple act of stepping outside can change someone’s whole day. For residents living with dementia, access to outdoor spaces does more than break up the day. It brings a sense of calm, clarity, and joy. Whether it’s a […]
At Village Green Memory Care Community, we believe that mealtimes are more than just about food. They’re about comfort, connection, and creating a daily rhythm that feels familiar and warm. In our community, every meal is thoughtfully planned to nourish both the body and the spirit. A Dining Experience That Feels Like Home When it […]
