Dad

[exhausteddaughter]

My 90 y/o dad has had symptoms of dementia for about 8 yrs. He recently started hallucinating, spent a week in the hospital and sent home on hospice. I can't get anyone to direct me as to what stage he is in and what to expect. He is bedbound and sleeps alot, awaking more at night. I am just looking for what i should expect....

 

[nitram]

I don't subscribe to ridged staging.
You could book a phone or video call with an Admiral Nurse and have a chat

What is an Admiral Nurse and how can they help?

Dementia UK is a charity that provides Admiral Nurses for families affected by dementia. Call our Dementia Helpline to find out how we can support you.

www.dementiauk.org

If really fortunate they may have a presence near you.

 

[Kevinl]

You've been read and thank you for posting, my mantra has always been to expect the unexpected, the first 10 years are the hardest. K

 

[Izzy]

Welcome to the forum @exhausteddaughter.

I do think it’s hard to determine an exact stage. My husband seemed to hit points on more than one stage. Having said that you might find this interesting -

The progression, signs and stages of dementia

Dementia is progressive. This means signs and symptoms may be relatively mild at first but they get worse with time. Dementia affects everyone differently, however it can be helpful to think of dementia progressing in 'three stages'.

www.alzheimers.org.uk

 

[canary]

Its diffiult to tell what stage he is at and therefore, what to expect
Why not ask the hospice staff?