After being diagnosed with dementia, you may find it challenging to think beyond the day to day. However, there are ways you can plan ahead and prepare for a smoother tomorrow. Some examples include:
- Starting discussions early with trusted friends or family
- Updating documents as situations change
- Making copies of health care directives for medical files
- Putting important papers in one place and making sure a trusted person knows that place
- Giving a doctor or lawyer permission to talk directly with a caregiver if needed
Find more tips for planning after a dementia diagnosis.
