Middle stages of dementia | Alzheimer's Society

Lucy’s story: ‘Since Dad was diagnosed I have felt pretty much every emotion going’

After her dad received a diagnosis of mixed dementia, Lucy Parkes has felt a confusing range of emotions. Read how she’s learning to accept their ever-changing relationship.

Feelings after a diagnosis and as dementia progresses

After someone is diagnosed with dementia and as it progresses, they and the people close to them may have many different, conflicting feelings.

Practical tips for keeping active

Living with dementia doesn’t have to mean an end to all activities. Here are some tips to help keep you active and involved.

Keeping active and involved

Advice and tips for keeping active and involved after a diagnosis of dementia.

When Winifred met Orla: How grandma's spirits were lifted by dementia-friendly dog

Find out how Richard Dawson and his grandmother Winifred are coping with dementia with the help of dementia-friendly dog, Orla.

Publications and factsheets: Full list

Access our wide range of publications designed to support and inform anyone affected by dementia.

The progression of frontotemporal dementia

This page explains how frontotemporal dementia progresses, from the early stages onwards.

The progression of dementia with Lewy bodies

This page explains how dementia with Lewy bodies progresses from the early stages onwards.

The progression of vascular dementia

This page explains how vascular dementia develops through the early, middle and late stages.

The progression of Alzheimer's disease

This page explains how Alzheimer's disease progresses through the early, middle and late stages.

Helpcards

Helpcards are for people with dementia to use and carry with them, to make it easier to get help or assistance when they’re out in the community.

Making changes to your home

If you are living with dementia, here are some things you may want to think about changing in your home.

Exercise in the early to middle stages of dementia

There are many suitable exercise opportunities that may be beneficial for people in the early or middle-stages of dementia.