A study published in May 2017 the Journal of the American Geriatrics Society reports that most police officers receive little to no training in aging-related health concerns. Yet for older adults with complex care needs, police officers are often the first people on the scene for a health issue or concern. Police officers frequently respond… Continue reading Police Training Program in Age-Related Health Helps Older Adults
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Six Signs That A Person with Dementia Might Wander
Anyone living with a form of dementia such as Alzheimer’s is at risk of wandering. “It’s predicted that six of 10 individuals with Alzheimer’s will wander during the disease process,” says Monica Moreno, director of Early-Stage Initiatives for the Alzheimer’s Association. That’s why it’s important to watch for the potential signs that someone could be… Continue reading Six Signs That A Person with Dementia Might Wander