Abstract:

This article is in 3 parts. The first part is about locks, on doors, sliding doors opening into balconies, windows and garage doors, to help caregivers manage loved ones prone to wandering. Discusses different types of locks and where and how to place them. The second part focusses on alarms- important devices for alerting loved ones wandering into dangerous areas or leaving the home. Looks at different kinds of alarms, motion detectors and chimes, distance trackers and monitors. Lists a selective of products available in the market. The third part discusses some of the more unconventional ways to prevent loved ones from leaving home. Covers visual cues like illusions, visual cliffing, deterrents, messages , signs, pictures and diversions. Some useful products are also listed.