- 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.
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
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