Doctors look for dementia in a few ways. They check your memory and thinking skills, run physical exams, and take blood tests. Sometimes they use brain scans too. And they’ll usually talk with your family… 

Doctors often prescribe Donepezil (Aricept) and Memantine (Namenda) for people with dementia. Donepezil supports memory and thinking in mild-to-moderate stages, while Memantine helps improve daily function in moderate-to-severe stages.

Many people with dementia live at home, especially in the early or even middle stages. It mainly depends on ensuring they are safe, have the right support, and their health needs are properly met.

If you want to lower your risk of dementia, start with the basics: move your body, eat well, and take care of your heart.