Six out of ten people will wander, and often the person will not remember their name or home address or be able to communicate, so it's vital that they carry some form of identification. One program, the Alzheimer's Association's MedicAlert + Safe Return program, offers an ID bracelet (or pendant) that has an individual's engraved member number and an 800 number, as well as critical health information. When you notice the person is missing, you call the 800 number (MedicAlert) and they send the person's photo to the local police department. Or, a Good Samaritan or police officer may find the missing person, call the 800 number, and works with trained emergency responders to get the person back home safely or get medical attention, as needed.

The local Alzheimer's Association Chapter also provides support and help for you with post-incident follow up.