Dementia wandering risks by Dr. Ken Diamond. Alzheimer s Foundation tips: understand causes, safeguard homes, know patterns, and develop safety plans for loved ones.
(NEW YORK) — According to a press release from the Alzheimer’s Foundation of America (AFA), cold winter months present a unique risk for individuals with Alzheimer’s and other dementia-related illnesses. Individuals with dementia are often prone to wandering, said the AFA, and during winter months this behavior becomes especially dangerous, as they can become disoriented […]
Some of California’s most iconic landmarks will light up in teal Thursday in support of Alzheimer’s awareness. The show of solidarity was organized by the Alzheimer’s Foundation of America and is part of its Light the World in Teal program. The U.S. Bank Tower crown in downtown L.A., the pylons at LAX, the Santa Monica […]