I’m guessing that you both carry a smart phone? If so there are plenty of apps like find my iPhone, that can locate another smart phone. We used to “low jack” Dad in case he got lost going to the store this way

What a fun article, and what a great system for maintaining order! Thanks for the smile!

I love the idea of a "charlie app". I also love the idea of the note pads to record the daily events to reminding him that he already did it or that he needs to do it when. I would like to know how I can implement that with my mother who would not remember to write her notes. I could follow her and write it all down for her, but since she sits in her chair all day and does not get up unless she has to that would be easy enough to do. Mom has dementia but does not have the wanderlust that usually accompanies dementia.

Something that was effective for my mom and me when she was in earlier stages of Alzheimer's was a white board that hung in her bedroom. I would write the date, the day of the week, and anything else I wanted Mom to remember: "Today is shower day" or "Hair appointment at 2" or "Mary will be stopping by." She came to rely on the board and checked it first thing each morning.

I found a Mini GPS Tracker works good for personal positioning, pet monitoring, vehicle, security etc. It has a call in feature that allows you to call the unit and listen to anything within 8 feet of the device. Real-time locating and tracking, Geo-fence function: It will alarm if it breaches the restricted area, SOS function: It sends a help message if SOS button is pressed, Speeding alarm: It will alarm if it is speeding. My Mom can't drive any more but I never know what she will try next. This is the link to the web site. I used a coupon code usmp10 and got 10% off, not sure if it is still good. usmpspycams/bug-detectors/mini-gps-tracker

That's a very sweet story, Marlis, and some great tips on helping someone with memory issues! You are clearly in love. I have shared your story on my Facebook site.

Wonderful idea!!

Ingenious! Love this article :-)

Hugs sweet lady! I want that Charlie app!

Marlis you are wonderful in the way you are managing to keep your sense of humor taking care of Charlie.
Another idea would be to get him a cell phone with a very distinctive ring tone. It may confuse him and make him anxious but if you are fleet of foot you could get it turned off fast. It seems as though he is still able to understand even if he forgets instantly. Does it worry him if he can't find you?. If not program the phone to call you when he is lost. I am sure your grand son will have fun with this. Good luck and keep up the good work.

Marlis, your Charlie app would be welcome by many! I can so relate to your story above. I know that they have a "finder" for glasses/purses, so maybe you could hook it on to his pocket and then it would beep until you locate him. But most likely he'd wonder why it was beeping. LOL Bless you (& Charlie).