It's common for individuals living with Alzheimer’s or dementia to wander away from their caregiver or home.
People living with dementia are more likely to walk without a clear destination, or get confused about where they’re going. Wandering can be very dangerous for someone with
Alzheimer’s or other dementia-related illnesses. They can become disoriented and unable to return to safety.
It’s important for caregivers to be aware of wandering and why it happens to keep the person for whom they are caring safe.
- Why does wandering occur?
- Possible issues to watch for?
- What to do if someone wanders?
