Early-stage dementia program

Therapy that supports familiar routines, movement, and participation.

In early-stage Alzheimer’s disease or dementia, therapy can focus on the abilities a person still has and the routines that matter most. We use clear, structured practice and include family or care partners when their support will make the plan easier to use at home.

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Clinical fit

What this program may support

The evaluation considers cognition together with mobility, communication, safety, daily routines, medical needs, and the support available at home.

Mobility and balance

Practice walking, transfers, balance, and familiar movement routines at an appropriate level.

Daily routines and participation

Adapt self-care and meaningful activities using structure, cues, and familiar steps.

Communication and caregiver strategies

Support functional communication and teach practical ways to cue or assist.

Individual plan

Support for the person and care partner

Goals are based on current abilities, safety, familiar routines, and what can be used consistently outside therapy.

Familiar movement

Practice walking, transfers, and mobility in simple, repeatable ways.

Daily routines

Break meaningful activities into clearer steps and use consistent cues.

Communication support

Use strategies that make choices and everyday needs easier to express.

Caregiver education

Share practical cueing, safety, and activity strategies for home.

Program technology

Technology that may support your plan

The reference sheet for this program includes the systems below. Your evaluation determines which tools, if any, are appropriate for you; this list is not a fixed protocol.

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MOTOmed Muvi

Motor-assisted arm and leg cycling can be adjusted to the person’s current movement ability.

Body-Weight-Supported Treadmill

A harness reduces the amount of body weight the patient must manage during supported walking practice.

ZEPU Occupational Therapy Table

A modular workstation for arm and hand movement, coordination, dexterity, and functional task practice.

Parallel Bars

Bilateral hand support can be used for standing, transfers, weight shifting, stepping, and gait practice.

First visit

Your first Alzheimer’s or dementia therapy visit

A family member or care partner is welcome. Their perspective can help us understand changes, familiar routines, and the support that works best.

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  1. 01

    Review the medical picture

    Bring diagnosis information, medications, recent changes, and any safety concerns.

  2. 02

    Observe current abilities

    We review movement, communication, simple tasks, cues, and daily routines as appropriate.

  3. 03

    Choose usable strategies

    The plan focuses on a small number of meaningful goals that can be reinforced consistently.

Practical information

Alzheimer’s and dementia therapy questions

Should a family member attend?

When possible, yes. A familiar care partner can provide context and learn strategies to use at home.

What stage does the program serve?

This page describes support for Alzheimer’s disease and dementia in an early stage. The evaluation determines whether outpatient therapy fits the person’s current needs and safety.

What should we bring?

Bring diagnosis information, medication list, recent clinical notes, mobility equipment, and a list of the routines or safety concerns that matter most.

Your next step

Ready to talk with the team?

Tell us the diagnosis, what has changed, and what matters most right now. We will help coordinate the appropriate first appointment.

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