Enabling Your Environment
WHAT CHANGES CAN I MAKE TO MY ENVIRONMENT TO HELP ME REDUCE MY RISK?
Living with memory loss can be challenging. It is important to take steps to be as healthy and safe as you can be. The home is an important place for everyone. For the person living with memory loss, a familiar environment can help them connect with the past and maintain a sense of who they are. However, some practical changes may be needed. In applying universal design principles, it is important to balance the needs for safety with the preservation of independence.