Early treatment is the key to helping to minimize the progressive damage to all involved with AD both patients and families. The problem is diagnosis. The fine line between dementia and AD is a difficult one to call as any MD knows all to well. " If Alzheimer’s disease is diagnosed early, it can be managed at home. Health care providers may also use other medicines to help manage other troubling symptoms of Alzheimer's disease, including depression, sleeplessness, and behavioral problems such as agitation and aggression.


Planning and medical/social management can help ease the burden on both patients and family members. Exercise, good nutrition, activities, and social interaction are important. A calm, structured environment also may help the person with Alzheimer's disease to continue functioning as independently as possible."
Interesting reading, lots of information....http://www.webmd.com/alzheimers/guide/treatment-overview