Wandering is a significant issue for people living with Alzheimer’s and related dementias and their loved ones. According to the Alzheimer’s Association, three of five people with Alzheimer’s disease will wander. If not found within 24 hours, up to half of the individuals who wander will suffer serious injury or death.
The Home Instead Senior Care network is extending its support to this important area of Alzheimer’s education through a web service at MissingSeniorNetwork.com that is designated to help family caregivers locate individuals with dementia who become lost. This is an important and potentially lifesaving area of Alzheimer’s support.
Professionals in the aging field are encouraged to help educate families about tapping into resources such as this web service to help ensure their loved ones remain safe.
To get the facts about the risks of wandering and what families need to know, be sure to register for this month’s webinar.
Participants in this webinar will be able to:
Identify some of the potential signs and triggers of wandering
Understand why individuals with Alzheimer’s and related dementias might wander
Identify ways to prepare the home to prevent wandering
Learn what to do if a person with Alzheimer’s goes missing
February 7, 2018
10:00 AM (PT) / 11:00 AM (MT) / 12:00 PM (CT) / 1:00 PM (ET)
These CEUs are offered in cooperation with the American Society on Aging. For more information and to complete the required pre-registration, go to CaregiverStress.com/ProfessionalEducation
The Home Instead Senior Care Network
More than 65,000 Home Instead CAREGiversSM worldwide are trained to provide services to seniors and their families. These services include support for seniors living with Alzheimer’s disease and providing assistance with Activities of Daily Living (ADLs), personal care, medication reminders, light housekeeping, errands, incidental transportation and shopping. At Home Instead Senior Care, it’s relationship before task while continuing to provide superior quality service that enhances the lives of seniors everywhere.
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Catch a night of laughter and Shakespearean fun with The Comedy of Errors on Saturday, Feb. 15, at 8 p.m. Presented by The Acting Company, this modern verse translation by 2022 Tony Award nominee Christina Anderson brings a fresh twist to one of Shakespeare’s earliest and most beloved comedies.
Expect mistaken identities, hilarious chaos, and a race against the clock as Antipholus and his servant, Dromio, navigate a world of confusion.
Are you looking to add a furry friend to your family? The Prince William County Animal Shelter is making it easier than ever. In honor of World Spay Day, the shelter is hosting a special adoption event to cover the cost of a standard spay or neuter fee for all adoptions from February 21 to 25, 2025.
A significant winter storm is set to blanket the region with heavy snowfall on Tuesday, with accumulations reaching up to six inches in some areas, according to the National Weather Service (NWS) Baltimore-Washington office.
Forecasters warn that a prolonged period of snowfall is expected, beginning early Tuesday morning and continuing into Wednesday. The storm is the result of a broad upper trough bringing Gulf moisture into the area, combined with cold air entrenched over the region due to a high-pressure system to the northeast.
Travel to French soil and join us for a night filled with two of the most beloved French traditions—no plane ticket required! ?
On January 25th, we invite you to experience the magic of Galette des Rois, a 700-year-old tradition celebrated across France throughout the entire month of January (and even beyond!). This sweet, almond-filled puff pastry topped with a golden crown isn’t just a treat—it’s a celebration! The lucky person who finds the fève (a porcelain charm hidden in one of the slices) becomes the King or Queen for the Day, and don’t worry—there will be plenty of royalty to go around! ??
But that’s not all! In France, Les Voeux (New Year’s wishes) continue throughout January, often accompanied by Champagne and good cheer. We’re bringing that festive spirit to you, with a lively evening packed with French food, wine, and music.
What’s in store:
Experience the passion and drama of Puccini’s “The Girl from the Golden West”.
Featuring special guest musicians from The Chesapeake Youth Orchestra,
this performance brings Puccini’s masterpiece to life with an extraordinary cast.
