My comments are based on working directly with many people who have had Alzheimers (I used to be in Audiology). Make time NOW to see your family. Let them know

My comments are based on working directly with many people who have had Alzheimers (I used to be in Audiology). Make time NOW to see your family. Let them know that you have been diagnosed. Do not try and hide it from them. Get your hearing tested now, and every year. If you have any hearing loss try hearing devices. You will have increased issues getting used to hearing aids as the disease progresses, and hearing/communication problems will only make the Alzheimers symptoms worse for you and your family. You will still have great days, enjoy them now. You will have tough days, and having understanding family is very important.