Checklist:  I Can’t Put My Finger On It

Write down 3 specific examples with dates (missed bill, wrong turn, repeated story, meds confusion).

Note what changed (frequency, severity, safety impact).

Ask: Is this new, or newly obvious?

Scan for common imposters: sleep, depression, medication side effects, alcohol, thyroid, B12, infection, dehydration, hearing/vision.

Pick one next step within 7 days: PCP visit, memory clinic call, baseline testing, referral
 

Checklist:  Stop Waiting, Start Leverage

Book an appointment and ask for basic labs (thyroid, B12, etc.) and a medication review.

Request a cognitive screening (MoCA or equivalent) as a baseline.

Capture a simple timeline: when it started, what changed, how often, what’s unsafe.

Add safety friction early: meds system, shared calendar, financial alerts, driving plan.

Checklist: Partner Blocker Conversation

Open with values: “I want safety and dignity, not a label.”

Use one concrete example, not a pile of grievances.

Offer a low-drama next step: “Let’s get a baseline.”

Say the quiet truth: avoiding a diagnosis doesn’t delay a disease. It delays your options.

End with one decision: appointment booked or referral requested.

Checklist: Appointment Prep

Bring:

A 1-page timeline (symptoms, onset, changes, meds, family history).
Medication + supplement list with dosages.
Sleep notes and mood notes (brief).
3 real-world examples of impact.

Ask:

What are you considering and why?
What treatable issues can mimic dementia that we should rule out?
What baseline tool will we use and how often will we repeat it?
What should trigger a call between visits?

Checklist: Weekly Reality Tracking

Once a week, record:

Sleep quality (1–10)
Mood (1–10)
Movement days (0–7)
Social contact (meaningful interactions)
Med adherence (yes/no)
One functional note (cooking, driving, money, tech, appointments, word-finding)

Clarity Checklist: Get Your Ducks in a Row

Getting organized is not giving up hope. It’s making space for more of what matters today.

1) Financial and Legal

Will and or trust
Powers of attorney (financial and healthcare)
Advance directives and living wills
Long-term care and insurance planning

2) Medical and Logistical

Choose and document healthcare providers
List medications and dosages
Outline care preferences and backup plans
Understand benefits, coverage, and eligibility

3) Daily Living and Independence

Plan for safe driving transitions
Create home safety checks (kitchen, stairs, appliances)
Evaluate aging in place options versus downsizing
Prepare support for daily routines (meals, meds, errands)

4) Memory Preservation and Legacy

Record stories, letters, and journals
Organize photos and family archives
Capture hobbies, recipes, or life lessons
Build a legacy project that reflects identity

5) Emotional and Relational

Schedule family conversations
Share decision-making early
Encourage therapy or support groups
Identify emotional triggers and comfort strategies

6) Support System

Identify a primary Supporter
Create a backup care plan
Define roles for friends, neighbors, and the community
Collect emergency contacts in one place

7) Self-Care (for Traveler and Supporter)

Movement, nutrition, rest, hydration
Stress reduction practices (yoga, music, journaling)
Schedule time for joy and play
Respect boundaries and burnout warning signs

MiM’s Promise
We don’t just hand you a checklist. We help you live it, step by step, with reminders, encouragement, and structure.

Clarity today is the greatest gift you can give tomorrow.

Checklist: Misinformation + Scam Filter

Before you share or buy:

Is there peer-reviewed human evidence (not “breakthrough,” not mice)?
Do they cite a journal and DOI, not testimonials?
Are they selling a supplement, collecting emails, or pushing DMs?
Do they promise “cure,” “reverse,” or “plaques vanish”?

If yes, label it honestly: engagement farming, predatory marketing, or both.