![Risk Factors for Wandering and Elopement in Nursing Homes Risk Factors for Wandering and Elopement in Nursing Homes](https://bencrump.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/blog-risk-factors-for-wandering-and-elopement-300x200.jpg)
Elderly residents of nursing homes, especially those who suffer from dementia or Alzheimer’s disease, can become confused from time to time. They may forget where they are in the moment and begin to leave the premises, looking for familiar surroundings. They may become disoriented and forget their original reason for leaving their room, such as …