Watch over the person as he or she takes medications.  Use child safety devices to dangerous areas of the household such as under sinks or electrical panels.
Keep dangerous objects such as knives or irons out of site.  Limit the use of stoves, ovens or grills. Keep refrigerator free of items that may be spoiled or dangerous.  Make changes in lighting in key areas such as doorways, stairwells and bathrooms.  Keep key phone numbers such as the doctors office’s or hospitals close by. Always keep close family member’s phone number next to the phone. Make sure smoke alarms and fire detectors are in proper working order.
Consider using the Verimed microchip device. An implantable device that may be instrumental in obtaining information such as patients history, medications and primary physician accessible to medical personnel in an emergency.  Consider registering for the Safe Return Program .  more details

We all forget things now and then. However,chronic
or progressive memory loss, may be a sign of a
more .serious problem or memory disorder. If memory
disorders go treated, they may lead to other medical problem or place that person in serious harm.

Seniors or the aging are most often affected by memory disorders, but people of all ages can be at risk. Diseases and neurological disorders commonly associated with memory loss are Traumatic brain injury, ALS (Lou Gehrig’s disease), Cancer  with or without chemotherapy/radiation, cerebral palsy, chronic pain, dementia, diabetic neuropathy, encephalitis, epilepsy, HIV/AIDS, hydrocephalus (NPH), meningitis, mild cognitive impairment, multiple sclerosis, myopathies, parkinson’s disease, sleep disorders, stroke and of coarse Alzheimer’s disease, along with many other metabolic disorders.

Alzheimer's Disease

Alzheimer’s Disease is one of the most common diseases affecting memory for people over the age of 65. There are 4.5 million people affected by Alzheimer’s disease across the nation. Alzheimer’s is a complex and progressive disease that affects the brain. Mood changes as well as memory loss are often associated with Alzheimer’s. In time some patients may have difficulty with common things such as using a telephone, setting a table or simply remembering a name of a close relative. Sadly these symptoms may go untreated because they are often associated with the common aging process. All ethnic groups are affected by Alzheimer’s disease. As many as 1 in 10 people over the age of 65 are affected by Alzheimer’s. As many as 5 in 10 people over the age of 85 have the disease.

Stages of Alzheimer’s

Mild Alzheimer’s can last 2 to 4 years. Common symptoms include memory loss, asking same questions relentlessly, has trouble finding names for common items or close relatives. Says the same things repeatedly. May get lost easily especially in strange places. Often loses interest easily even with things they use to like. Loses things, has changes in personality, frequently relies on support for independence.

Moderate Alzheimers can last 2 to 10 years. Has trouble with simple daily activities such as washing clothes or setting a table. Often forgets to bath or shave. Forgets recent events. Maybe frequently irritable and argues frequently. Mistakes facts as fiction or vice versa. Frequently wanders, usually at night. Frequently is worried or depressed. Usually needs close supervision.

Severe Alzheimers can last 1 to 3 years or longer. Does not recognize self or members of the family. Has difficulty with words or communicating. Cannot care for self. Often is incontinent of bowel or bladder control. Usually needs total care. Frequently institutionalized.