A Smarter Home Could Ease the Strain of Dementia Care

Living at home can bring daily uncertainty for family and caregivers of people with dementia. About 80% of people living with dementia in the United States live in their own homes, and 89% rely on informal caregivers such as spouses, adult children, other family members, and friends. Safety risks often push families toward stricter supervision or major care decisions that can limit a person’s independence.