• Register the person with the local Alzheimer’s Association
• Place the person’s name and telephone number or address within the lining of the person’s clothing
• Post a visible note on the refrigerator door indicating the person's treating physician and telephone number and any prescribed medications the person may be currently taking
• Use an identification bracelet or necklace with an identifying tag
• Encourage the person to carry identification with them
• Know the person’s daily routine I.E.; who do they visit, where do they walk, where do they shop
• Ensure there is a responsible caregiver overseeing the family member’s welfare
• Stay in touch with the family member
• Continue to assess the person’s mental well being
• Ensure the person has the mental and physical ability to safely operate a motor vehicle
• Maintain the vehicle license number of the person’s vehicle
• Ensure they are following medical recommendations of their doctor ie; medications
• Maintain banking and credit account numbers of the person
• Maintain updated addresses and telephone numbers of the person’s neighbors who may assist you in monitoring the person’s welfare

If you see a person who appears to be lost, wandering or confused immediately notify authorities.