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Long-Term Care

Tuesday, March 20, 2012

Report: Many Californians With Dementia Live Alone

According to a recent Alzheimer's Association report, more than 800,000 U.S. residents with dementia live alone, including about 72,000 in California. Experts say those numbers are expected to increase dramatically as the baby boom generation ages.

Reader Comments:
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  • 03/20/2012
  • Barb Przybylowicz

How frightening!! The thought arises many concerns regarding wandering,properly taking medication, following up with medical issues and safety. That is why I encourage the use of SafetyBunns, Non-Slip Pants to decrease falls/slides from chairs. While wearing, they don't have to remember (which they won't) proper sitting materials or seating.



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