Keeping Alzheimer's Patients Safe: Managing Family Care for Alzheimer's Patients (5 of 6)

This video discusses how to keep your loved one safe. People with Alzheimer's disease or other dementias becoming increasingly unable to take care of themselves. Being aware of the dangers they face and taking preventive action can reduce the likelihood of accidents and injuries.

Some common mistakes are misunderstanding the mail or forgetting to pay bills. Alzheimer's disease and other dementias also can cause troubling behaviors, and physical challenges may also increase the risk of falls, spilling accidents or render them unable to hear alarms or conversations. So how can you help?

1. May 7, 2012 at 4:16 pm | Posted by Sherry Hughes

   My wife is in early stages last 5 years and has problems getting lost and short term memory

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