Questions to Ask After a Dementia Diagnosis
A diagnosis can leave families with more questions than answers. Here are thoughtful questions you may want to bring to the care team.
By Age Dignity Editorial· 1 min read
Give yourself permission to not have it all figured out
A dementia diagnosis is a lot to absorb. You do not need to make every decision today.
Understanding the diagnosis
- What type of dementia is this, and how confident are we in the diagnosis?
- What might the coming months look like?
- Are there treatable conditions that could be making things worse?
Day-to-day life
- What changes to daily routines might help right now?
- What should we watch for and report?
- What support exists for the person and for the family?
Planning
- Are there decisions that are easier to make sooner rather than later?
- Who else should be part of these conversations?
There are no perfect questions. Bringing a written list simply helps you leave the appointment with more than you walked in with.
