Why is walking a concern?

People with dementia may have the habit of walking around the home or leaving the house and wanting to walk around the neighbourhood, this is also called wandering. This is very common. However, they may get lost. So, safety is a primary concern when people with dementia are out alone.

It is important to prevent wandering.

This lesson will teach you why people with dementia may have a desire to walk. You will also learn about the steps that you can take to help make this safer.

It is important to find ways to help prevent people with dementia from getting lost or ending up in an unsafe situation.