ALZHEIMER’S ASSOCIATION ENCOURAGES SAFETY AWARENESS DURING NATIONAL SAFETY MONTH THIS JUNE


ALZHEIMER’S ASSOCIATION ENCOURAGES SAFETY AWARENESS DURING NATIONAL SAFETY MONTH THIS JUNE

New Alz Journey App and Extreme Heat Tips Help Protect Loved Ones Living with Alzheimer’s

Every June, National Safety Month is observed to promote awareness around safety in our homes, workplaces, and communities. This annual initiative encourages everyone to take proactive steps to prevent injuries and improve overall well-being. In support of this effort, the Alzheimer’s Association is highlighting the unique safety needs of individuals living with Alzheimer’s and other dementias — and launching new tools to help.

The Alzheimer’s Association urges families to take action to keep loved ones safe, particularly during the summer months, when extreme heat and wandering risks pose serious dangers.

To support caregivers and families, the Association has released the new Alz Journey app, a mobile resource designed to:

  • Offer 24/7 guidance for managing Alzheimer’s-related behaviors
  • Provide location tracking and alerts to assist with wandering prevention
  • Connect users to local resources and emergency support

“National Safety Month is an important reminder that safety is not one-size-fits-all,” said Delia Jervier, executive director at the Alzheimer’s Association Illinois Chapter. “For the more than 7 million Americans living with Alzheimer’s, something as routine as a hot day or getting disoriented in a familiar place can become life-threatening. The new Alz Journey app is a vital tool for families to feel more prepared and protected.”

In Illinois and across the country, initiatives like Silver Search https:/www.silversearchillinois.orgwork alongside law enforcement to quickly locate missing individuals with dementia-related memory loss. The Alzheimer’s Association urges communities to stay alert and familiar with Silver Search alerts and protocols.

Tips to Stay Safe This Summer:

  • Avoid outdoor activity during the hottest parts of the day
  • Keep living spaces cool and well-ventilated
  • Ensure hydration and access to water
  • Use identification jewelry or medical ID bracelets for those at risk of wandering
  • Download the Alz Journey app at Apple Store, Google Play Store or visit alz.org/MyALZJourney to create a safety plan customized to your loved one

To learn more about Alzheimer’s safety resources, visit: alz.org/safety

Lionell Martin, Alzheimer’s Association Illinois Chapter, Phone: 773.593.4211
Email: lrmartin@alz.org

About the Alzheimer’s Association

The Alzheimer’s Association is a worldwide voluntary health organization dedicated to Alzheimer’s care, support and research. Our mission is to lead the way to end Alzheimer’s and all other dementia — by accelerating global research, driving risk reduction and early detection, and maximizing quality care and support. Our vision is a world without Alzheimer’s and all other dementia. Visit alz.org or call 800.272.3900.

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