Patients often forget their appointments, confuse their medications, and have no one to contact in an emergency. Approximately 25% of elderly Americans with dementia or mild cognitive impairment live alone, exposing them to risks such as unsafe driving, wandering, medication confusion, and missed m
A startling study unveils a critical deficiency in the U.S. healthcare infrastructure: about 1 in 4 older Americans with dementia or cognitive impairments live solo, confronting increased hazards such as unsafe driving, medication mishaps, and overlooked medical appointments.