"Home" is an important place for everyone. For the person with dementia, a familiar environment can help her connect with the past and maintain a sense of who she is. However, some practical changes may need to be made to keep the family home or the person's space in a care home "dementia-friendly."
Every person with dementia will have different requirements for keeping a safe environment. Keep in mind some of the changes that occur with dementia:
Decreased balance and reaction time
Visual-perceptual problems
Difficulty walking
Memory impairment
Decrease in judgment abilities
Less insight into environment and situations
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Here are some questions to consider for ensuring a safe environment for the person you are caring for at home:
(This information is taken from the Alzheimer Journey, Module 2: On the Road)
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Progression Series: Late Stage
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