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Wandering – Using Simple Monitors with Remote Alerts

Door Monitor
Attaches to door
Detects door opening

Caregiver Chime Alert Unit
Sounds when door is opened
Some chime units plugs into outlet
Others clip onto belt (battery operated)

Combine with
Lock on door (installed high or low)
Voice reminder unit – see next frame
Motion Sensor Monitors
Nightime Wandering

See also:
Behaviors Alzheimer's Association

Wandering...What It Is and What to Do About It DVD, Alzheimer's Foundation of America



Narration:
When possible, consider using a two piece monitoring device. For example, a monitor sends a signal that sets off a chime alert in another room every time the person opens an outside door. Depending on your situation, you may want to combine a monitor with a lock on the door (installed high or low) or with a voice reminder unit that tells the person to wait for you - which you can learn about in the next frame.





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