What to do when a loved one wande...

What to do when a loved one wanders

Aging In Place Directory by Esther C Kane CAPS, C.D.S.
E112
Oct 2, 2026
08:00

Episode notes

When a loved one with dementia wanders, knowing what to do can make a frightening situation easier to manage.

In this episode, we explain what caregivers should do when someone goes missing, why wandering happens, and how families can reduce the risk of it happening again. We also discuss door alarms, identification, GPS devices, daily routines, supervision, and other practical safety strategies.

Visit AgingInPlaceDirectoryHub.com to find aging-in-place professionals who can help make a loved one's home safer.

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