Safety and Wellness
Safety and Wellness
Over time, the symptoms of dementia or other related diseases will worsen. Judgement, sense of time and place, behavior, physical ability and senses can be impacted by the progression of these diseases.
Improving safety can prevent injuries and help a person living with dementia feel at ease and maintain their independence longer.
Talk with your doctor about options for occupational therapy evaluation, a driving evaluation or a home safety assessment. Consider a medical alert system, watches with GPS tracking, motion-sensor alarms or video monitoring system to help monitor your loved one with dementia.
Resources
Biggs Institute
Learn about our programs to support your physical and social health.
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National Institute on Health: Safety Checklist
Learn how you can make every room safe when caring for a person with dementia with a home safety checklist.
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National Institute of Health: Healthy Eating
Learn how you can eat healthy with articles on eating healthy on a budget and more.
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National Institute of Health: Physical Activity
Get motivated and learn how you can incorporate exercise anytime and anywhere!
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National Institute of Health: Cognitive Health
Learn about cognitive health and how to age healthy.
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National Institute on Health: Adapting Activities
Learn how you can adapt activities like eating at restaurants or traveling overnight for a person with dementia.
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