02/12/2026
Learning to spot dementia symptoms in aging parents and documenting the early signs of dementia can make a big difference. These could be subtle, such as beginning to struggle with managing finances, becoming lost or turned around, or even struggling to maintain a healthy, nutritious diet. Your observations could provide helpful insight to doctors, leading to a quicker and more accurate diagnosis. Signs of dementia can vary and be tough to spot, especially if you aren’t sure what to look for. Keep in mind that people with dementia may only show some, not all of, the symptoms below.