These devices can be found on the following website, or you can use the ones already on your phone (e.g., Find My Friend App, Life360, or Google Maps)
Family and Friends
Develop a plan of preventive strategies such as those highlighted in different risk levels. For example, tell your partner or friend you are going to the grocery store.
Community
Talk to your local Alzheimer Society or care provider. They can provide you with education or strategies to help keep you safe.
Register yourself under a Vulnerable Persons Registry if available in your area.
Ask local police or Alzheimer Society to determine if your community has one.
MedicAlert can provide a bracelet that can identify who you are and connect you to your family member or friend if you get lost.
Strategies for Medium Risk of Getting Lost
Technology
Look into obtaining a locating technology.
These devices can be found on the following website, or you can use the ones already on your phone (e.g., Find My Friend App, Life360, or Google Maps)
Family and Friends
Exercise with a partner.
Walk by yourself and let a family member or friend know that you are going on a walk, as well as where you are going.
Have someone look out for you.
Have a family member or friend check in with you daily if you live alone. For example, a family member of neighbour can message you in the morning and afternoon to see how you are doing.
Community
Create list of where you used to live/work/frequent and keep list at home.
This information can be used for others to find you. People tend to go back to places that are familiar to them. For example, these places can include a grocery store, coffee shop, or library.
If you live alone and/or are afraid of venturing out for errands, consider using delivery programs and mobile applications for medications and groceries.
Strategies for High Risk of Getting Lost
Technology
Look into obtaining a locating technology.
These devices can be found on the following website, or you can use the ones already on your phone (e.g., Find My Friend App, Life360, or Google Maps)
Family and Friends
Develop a plan of preventive strategies such as those highlighted in different risk levels. For example, tell your partner or friend you are going to the grocery store.
Community
Talk to your local Alzheimer Society or care provider. They can provide you with education or strategies to help keep you safe.
Technology
Family and Friends
Community