Nocturnal Wandering by Dementia Patient
By: Frank Engelman. Updated: December 02, 2021.

Problem description
For those of us caring for a loved one with dementia, nocturnal bed exits can be an overwhelming problem.
We want a solution that notes when a person exits their bed, and can help a caregiver respond appropriately, without creating unnecessary caregiver actions or stress.
In particular, we want something beyond a product that just sends the caregiver "alerts" whenever a person exits the bed.
Excessive alerts keep the caregiver stressed and prevent sleep. There needs to be a way that the caregiver gets alerts only when "action is required".
Ideally, we also want to have a way of discouraging the person with dementia from opening the front door and leaving the house.
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This is part of a series of "Problems" and DIY Technology "Solutions" to the challenges faced by older adults, by Frank Engelman.
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