Is it Safe to Leave Richmond Seniors with Alzheimer's Home Alone?

How to Determine if a Person with Alzheimer’s Disease is Safe to Be Alone at Home

At a certain point if the life of a loved one who has Alzheimer’s, you will have to carefully evaluate whether they are safe to be home alone. Determine the answers to the following questions:

Does the person with Alzheimer’s:

• Become confused or unpredictable under stress?
• Recognize a dangerous situation, for example, fire?
• Know how to use the telephone in an emergency?
• Know how to get help?
• Stay content within the home?
• Wander and become disoriented?
• Show signs of agitation, depression, or withdrawal when left alone for any period of time?
• Attempt to pursue former interests or hobbies that might now warrant supervision, such as cooking, appliance repair, or woodworking?

You should also seek input and advice from a healthcare professional to assist you in these considerations. As the Alzheimer's disease progresses, these questions will need ongoing evaluation.
 
For more home safety tips, visit the Home Safety Checklist for Alzheimer's Disease.

BrightStar Care of Richmond can help families with caregiving for loved ones living with Alzheimer’s disease or dementia.

To learn about our services, read about our In-Home Senior Care in Richmond.