Vera Wilson, 91, died two years ago in the freezing cold outside her nursing home in Brantford, Ontario. The Wilson family is still trying to find answers; What made him leave the nursing home and why no one noticed his absence. Unfortunately, this is not the first case of its kind in Canada.

The exact details of the case are not available, so I cannot say for sure why Ms. Wilson left the house or why no one noticed her absence. However, I can provide information about the dangers of getting lost for older people with dementia.

Many older people with dementia have a tendency to wander, which can lead to them leaving their home or care facility unannounced. This is especially dangerous in extreme weather conditions, such as extreme cold.

If you are concerned that a loved one may be at risk of getting lost, there are steps you can take to keep them safe:

Talk to their doctor about the risks of getting lost and see what precautions can be taken.
Get them an ID bracelet or GPS tracking device.
Make sure doors and windows are locked and the alarm is activated if opened.
Check them regularly and make sure they are in a safe environment.




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