A dementia tracker can help your loved one avoid dangerous situations, and perhaps prolong their life. It’s not a substitute for other measures to keep them safe, though. Ultimately, dementia can cause them to wander and get lost, or even harm themselves.Some of these trackers, like the AngelSense GPS watch above, pair with door alarms to alert in-home caregivers when a potential elopement is happening, as well as a pedometer and weather app. Others, such as Theora Connect, allow you to loop in other caregivers in the app, giving your family members and professional caregivers access to your loved one’s location.  Dementia Devices  gps bracelet for alzheimer patients This makes it easier to form search parties in the event of a dangerous situation, and can make your loved ones feel less alone when they’re out and about.Another important consideration is how quickly you can receive an alert if your loved one leaves a designated “safe zone” — this is known as geofencing. Not all dementia trackers have this feature, so look for it when choosing a device.Many of the dementia tracking devices we review use cellular technology to communicate with you (or other recipients). You’ll want to ensure your loved one’s chosen device has a reliable and up-to-date network, and doesn’t have any monthly fees that aren’t clear from the product description or website. We also recommend evaluating how user-friendly, reliable, accessible and comfortable the device is for your loved one, to ensure they’ll wear it consistently.