Winner of an AJN Book of the Year Award!

Alzheimer's is quickly becoming the epidemic of the 21st century. Today, an estimated four million Americans suffer from this devastating disease. This number could explode to 14 million by the year 2050, when baby boomers come of age.

Written in a clear and accessible style, Dementia and Wandering Behavior brings attention to this life-threatening problem and helps professionals and family caregivers understand that there are preventative measures available.

By focusing on specific responses to wandering behavior and describing ways to create a safe environment in the home, community, and care facility, this book teaches you how to maximize autonomy while minimizing risk for people with dementia in your care.

Nina M. Silverstein, PhD, is Associate Professor of Gerontology at the Universitiy of Massachusetts, Boston, College of Public and Community Service.

Winner of an AJN Book of the Year Award!

Alzheimer's is quickly becoming the epidemic of the 21st century. Today, an estimated four million Americans suffer from this devastating disease. This number could explode to 14 million by the year 2050, when baby boomers come of age.

Written in a clear and accessible style, Dementia and Wandering Behavior brings attention to this life-threatening problem and helps professionals and family caregivers understand that there are preventative measures available.

By focusing on specific responses to wandering behavior and describing ways to create a safe environment in the home, community, and care facility, this book teaches you how to maximize autonomy while minimizing risk for people with dementia in your care.

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Foreword
Preface
Acknowledgements
Part I: Introduction
Introduction

1. Alzheimer's Disease and Related Dementias: An Overview
2. Comprehensive Review of the Literature on Wandering Behavior
3. The Dementia Wanderer: A Profile

Part II: Current Community Responses to Wandering Behavior: What Works, What Doesn't, and Why
Introduction

4. The Caregiver
5. Law Enforcement and Technology
6. Long-Term Care Providers

Part III: Creating a Safe Environment
Introduction

7. The Home: Recommendations for Family Caregivers
8. The Facility: Recommendations for Long-Term Care and Assisted Living Residences
9. The Community: Recommendations for Elder Care and Acute Care Providers
10. The Lifesaving Role of ""First Responders:"" Recommendations for Police, EMS, Fire, and Search & Rescue Personnel

Conclusions
References
Index