The final stage of dementia affects overall function and mobility. Many people at this stage struggle to speak or communicate, while others completely lose their abilities to do so. Personality changes may be so severe that it feels like interacting with a different person. A loss of motor skills is common, often resulting in an inability to walk. Tasks requiring fine control, such as using utensils, are incredibly challenging and often require assistance.

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