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[quote=Anonymous]Dementia is not an on/off switch. Often it comes on gradually. You absolutely know it's happening in the early stages. My dad has Alzheimer's and went through about 3 years of depression because he knew he was slipping and what the end result will eventually be. He is now past that stage and I can't say for certain whether he knows he has dementia. It is not too late for you to cultivate relationships and friendships with people who will keep an eye out for you. Try a church, maybe UU if you aren't particularly religious. You can also consider moving into a retirement community.[/quote]
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