Lesson 8. Walking and getting lost
Why is this lesson important?
Concerns about walking and getting lost can cause distress. Carers like you may worry whether the person will get lost.
How will this lesson help me?
This lesson will help you understand the reasons for walking and what to do to reduce the chances of the person living with dementia getting lost.
What will I learn?
1. Why is walking a concern?
2. Why a person with dementia might want to walk around?
3. How can I manage habits and reduce the chances that the person I care for gets lost?