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EP: 192 - Emergency Preparedness for Older Adults Living with Alzheimer’s: Vital Tips for Caregivers

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Emergencies and natural disasters can be particularly dangerous for older adults and individuals with Alzheimer’s disease, making proper preparedness essential. Caregivers should focus on maintaining calm and offering reassurance during high-stress situations, sticking to familiar routines and providing comfort items to reduce confusion. Clear communication using simple language, avoiding sensory overload, and ensuring the individual has proper identification are key strategies for keeping those with cognitive impairments safe.

It’s also crucial to develop and regularly review a comprehensive emergency plan, which includes evacuation routes, essential supplies, and backup power sources for medical equipment. Stock an emergency kit with water, food, medications, and important documents, and practice the plan with family and caregivers to ensure everyone is prepared. These steps can make a significant difference in ensuring the safety of individuals with Alzheimer’s during emergencies.

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Emergencies and natural disasters can be particularly dangerous for older adults and individuals with Alzheimer’s disease, making proper preparedness essential. Caregivers should focus on maintaining calm and offering reassurance during high-stress situations, sticking to familiar routines and providing comfort items to reduce confusion. Clear communication using simple language, avoiding sensory overload, and ensuring the individual has proper identification are key strategies for keeping those with cognitive impairments safe.

It’s also crucial to develop and regularly review a comprehensive emergency plan, which includes evacuation routes, essential supplies, and backup power sources for medical equipment. Stock an emergency kit with water, food, medications, and important documents, and practice the plan with family and caregivers to ensure everyone is prepared. These steps can make a significant difference in ensuring the safety of individuals with Alzheimer’s during emergencies.

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