How can we help mom with Alzheimer's be safe in her home?

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A social worker and geriatric consultant who specializes in dementia care, Joyce Simard is based in Land O' Lakes, Florida, and in Prague. She...
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It is of course a delicate balance to allow someone with Alzheimer's disease stay at home alone and be safe and at the same time honor her need to be See also:
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independent and stay in her own apartment. Have you looked at assisted living? That setting is usually a much "homier" and she can bring her own furniture. You emight ask her to give it a three month trial. She may have made friends by that time and not want to leave. You obviously would need several caregivers if she was to stay at home for weekends as well as if the primary caregiver is sick or needs a vacation. You may have to have her physician or a clergy person help you help your mother. I think your mother is very fortunate to have you as her daughter.

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