Abstract
People living with dementia are at risk of harm due to a decline in their cognition. This decline can cause wandering or persistent walking, which is stressful for both the person with dementia and their carer. Wandering can lead to falls and other injuries, elopement, getting lost and even death. People with dementia who wander are often admitted to long-term care facilities for safety reasons and because their carers cannot cope. Specific strategies, policies, risk assessment and management procedures are needed for these residents. This article explores the challenges encountered and provides solutions for care staff to better manage wandering behaviour in residents in long-term care settings.
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