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Holiday Trouble Spot #2: Car Trips

Page 2 of How to Handle Holiday Travel and Celebration Problems Common to People With Alzheimer's and Other Dementias

It's ideal to skip a long journey by car, but when a car trip is necessary, avoid traveling on peak days.
Stop often, but stay with the person at gas stations and restaurants. New places invite confusion.
Play the person's favorite music in the car, or find a radio station playing holiday classics.
If you must stay in a hotel, remain with the person at all times. Get one large room with two beds rather than separate or adjoining rooms.

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