Home Alone with Dementia: Safety Guide for Caregivers

When is independence no longer safe for someone with dementia? In this episode, Host Dawn Platt tackles the emotional dilemma of leaving loved ones unattended. Sharing her own experiences as a caregiver, Dawn reveals critical questions to assess safety, practical monitoring strategies, and a revealing "granny cam" story that changed one family's approach. Learn how to balance autonomy with protection, recognize warning signs, and make confident decisions about supervision as dementia progresses.

To learn more, read the following related articles: "Caregiver Safety Guide: Leaving a Loved One with Dementia at Home", "Top Home Safety Tips for Older Adults: Protecting Your Loved Ones", "Practical Safety Tips for Seniors: Fall Prevention, Driving, and More", "Falls and the Elderly: Why They Happen and How to Reduce the Risk", & "Fall Precautions for Seniors: How to Stay Safe and Steady".