S6 Ep 14 - Ep 14: Wandering & Safety Alarms—Keeping Them Close Without Clipping Wings

Show Notes for Season 6, Episode 14: Wandering & Safety Alarms—Keeping Them Close Without Clipping Wings

What do you do when your loved one with dementia slips out the front door—barefoot, confused, and convinced they’re late for work? In today’s powerful episode of Caregiver Secrets, we dive deep into one of the most frightening and emotionally complex challenges caregivers face: wandering.

You’ll hear the heart-wrenching and inspiring story of Karen, a daughter and caregiver, who discovered her father blocks away from home after a sudden wandering episode. From fear and frustration to insight and grace, her journey uncovers what’s really behind the urge to wander—and how caregivers can respond with both love and strategy.

This episode offers practical, compassionate guidance on:

• Understanding the emotional triggers behind wandering

• Setting up safety alarms and GPS tools that don’t feel like a prison

• Creating routines that redirect energy and reduce risk

• Approaching safety with dignity, empathy, and calm

• Finding peace in the tension between freedom and protection

Whether this is your first wandering scare or it’s become part of your daily reality, this episode will remind you: you're not alone, and you’re doing an extraordinary job in the most sacred of roles.

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Caregiver Secrets is based on lived experience and research. This episode does not constitute medical, legal, or professional advice. Always consult qualified professionals for guidance on your unique caregiving situation.