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Dementia Safety Checklist

Use this checklist when memory loss begins creating safety concerns at home.

Dementia safety problems often appear gradually. A family may adjust around small problems until one incident - a fall, wandering episode, medication mistake, or kitchen accident - makes the risk obvious. This checklist helps families identify concerns earlier.

Daily Safety

Medication errors or missed doses
Unsafe cooking or stove use
Poor nutrition or dehydration
Difficulty using phone in an emergency

Wandering & Driving

Gets lost in familiar places
Attempts to leave home unexpectedly
Driving concerns or accidents
Needs ID and emergency contact plan

Home Risks

Fall hazards and poor lighting
Weapons, tools, or chemicals accessible
Financial scams or unusual spending
Pets or household duties no longer managed

When to Act

Multiple safety incidents in 30 days
Caregiver cannot rest or leave safely
Police, EMS, or neighbors become involved
Family feels the current plan is not sustainable

Need help deciding what level of care is realistic?

Families often struggle to decide between staying home with support, home care, assisted living, memory care, or short-term respite. Dave Hood provides free local senior care guidance for families in Plymouth, Barnstable, and Bristol Counties.

Call/Text Dave: 508-965-0989
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Educational resource only. Not medical, legal, financial, or emergency advice.