How can those affected organize their everyday lives?

Dementia often means significant changes in everyday life. Alzheimer Austria and Alzheimer Switzerland have collected tips from those affected for those affected. These can be very helpful in coping well with everyday life with dementia-related changes.

Make things easier and stay active:

  • Do what you are good at and what you enjoy.
  • Leave the difficult part of a task to someone else. Do the part that you are good at.
  • A group activity can give you new ideas: Ask about memory groups, support groups or other activity groups in your area.
  • Take your time and don't allow yourself to be distracted. Take a break if it gets too strenuous.

Small reminders are a great support:

  • Carry a small notebook with you in which you can write down important information, for example addresses and telephone numbers, lists of tasks you want to complete or meetings with people.
  • A medication box helps you to take your tablets at the right time.
  • Stick to a daily or weekly routine if this helps you to get your bearings.

Stay in contact with other people:

  • Think about whether and to whom you want to tell about your illness. It may be difficult for you. But it can also help if others understand and respond to you.
  • Try to stay in contact with family, friends and acquaintances and not withdraw.
  • Visit groups of other sufferers and share your thoughts and ideas with them.
  • Take care of your health and well-being
  • Keep a health diary. This will help you prepare for your visit to the doctor. You can find one on the Website from Alzheimer Austria under the following Link:

Health diary template - Alzheimer Austria

Last update: June 30, 2025