How Avalon Memory Care Prevents Wandering

For people in need of Alzheimer’s care, wandering is a major safety concern. Wandering is occurs in six in 10 people with Alzheimer’s, even in early stages of the disease, but it can become more dangerous as the disease progresses. Part of our Alzheimer’s care services at Avalon Memory Care is dedicated to preventing wandering so that families can feel confident that their loved ones are safe in our homes.

At Avalon Memory Care, we provide 24-hour security and have staff on hand around the clock. Our customized security systems are designed to ensure that residents remain safely in our homes without feeling restricted. We also have secured outdoor spaces so our residents can enjoy time outside safely. We work carefully to reduce the triggers for wandering as well by making sure that our residents feel safe, engaged, and are having all of their personal needs met.

Avalon Memory Care is dedicated to providing compassionate, continuous care for those living with Alzheimer’s disease and to working closely with families, so they can feel confident their loved ones are in good hands. Contact us today at (214) 752-7050 to find out more about our Alzheimer’s care in Dallas, Houston and Arlington.

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Testimonials

“Since my mother has lived at Avalon, I have had peace of mind for the first time since Alzheimer’s began to exact its terrible price from my mother’s life. Thank you for your part in making our lives better.”

Daughter | Ft. Worth, TX

“I just wanted to let you know how much I appreciate the care and love afforded to my mom over the last two weeks. Your success in finding such quality people has my gratitude and respect.”

Daughter | Dallas, TX

“We are very pleased with all of the efforts that your caring staff has made to smooth this traumatic transition.”

Son | Plano, TX

“I know my husband had the very best care in his final days. I regret that I did not know about Avalon sooner.”

Wife | Dallas, TX

“Mom spent the final 8 months of her life in Avalon Memory Care in Allen. The staff was great. There was rarely a day that my brother or I did not come by and they were always friendly to us and did their best to make mom comfortable and happy. We really appreciated them for everything they did.”

Daughter | Allen, TX

“Making the decision to place my mother in residential memory care was the hardest thing I think I have ever done. But living at Avalon has been the best thing for her at this stage of her life.”

Daughter | Allen, TX

“My grandmother has lived at Avalon Memory Care for 6 months now. I cannot speak highly enough about the warmth, dedication, and caring compassion of the staff. They always make us feel welcome and go out of their way to work with us to accommodate grandma’s needs.”

Grandson | Arlington, TX

“My grandmother spent her final days at Avalon and we couldn’t have asked for a better place to care for her. The caregivers are attentive and kind, and many of them have been with Avalon for years. If you are looking for a place to love on you and your family in a season that is inevitably difficult, Avalon is a wonderful choice.”

Granddaughter | Arlington, TX

“We are delighted with the facility of Avalon Memory Care. We just placed Grandma in an apartment with them and couldn’t be happier. It is clean and well-lit, and everyone greets us, down to the folks who clean up.”

Granddaughter | Arlington, TX