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Dementia Wandering
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I have decided to lock my 86 year old mom in her room at night from 12pm to 8 she has dementia. What else can I do?
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Neile6
Replied Aug 2019
My mom & sister disagree about putting my dad in assisted living. Mom wants to, sis doesn't. How can I remain neutral?
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rovana
Replied Jul 2019
Husband wanders while I try to nap. Can I install double-sided lock on my front door, and lock from inside?
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Memory12345
Replied Oct 2021
Has anyone put a safety gate to prevent a dementia adult from going down stairs?
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Loridf
Answered Jan 2018
Is it typical for a dementia patient to walk and walk and not settle down?
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Chiiron
Answered May 2017
Should I bring Dad back to his house for visits after his move from AL to memory care?
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Lorraine12
Answered Jul 2019
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My mother has Alzheimer's, more on the severe case. She walked out of the house the other night and neither my father or I knew. Any suggestions?
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Isthisrealyreal
Answered May 2019
How do I mitigate problem with wandering male resident entering Mom's apartment in memory care facility?
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MargaretMcKen
Answered May 2021
SNF is discussing removing my mother due to her exit-seeking behavior. What exactly can be done with such a patient?
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Debstarr53
Answered Apr 2022
Anyone use a wireless motion detector?
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Logan179
Answered Aug 2017
Should someone with Alzheimer's disease travel alone?
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20Eagle16
Answered Mar 2018
How can I find POA paperwork and will? I'm POA and never received a copy.
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Daphne131
Answered Feb 2023
My dad walks...not wanders, walks. Any advice?
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LaborofLove1
Answered Apr 2018
Has anyone made the decision to place their spouse in a memory care facility?
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Lymie61
Replied Jan 2023
I am having trouble convincing my husband with Alzheimer's that we live in our home. We have been living here 21 years this summer. Advice?
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Shammer
Answered Aug 2021
I need help with my grandmother!! Any suggestions?
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moecam
Answered Sep 2019
Best way to secure home so parent doesn’t wander outside?
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Demntadaughter
Answered Dec 2022
How do I prep my MIL for an upcoming neurological appointment discussing her mental decline?
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Bogeydune
Replied Oct 2022
Father with dementia is wandering into rooms of other residents in Assisted Living Facility. Any tips on how to manage this behavior?
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Frances73
Replied Jul 2020
My mom refuses to take medication. She is confused, started wandering, and is very difficult to deal with. What now?
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Ginny60
Answered Mar 2021
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