ER Waits Are Tough on Dementia Patients

Ever wondered what happens when people with dementia land in the ER? Sadly, most ERs just aren’t set up to help them safely, so they end up stuck waiting for hours—sometimes even longer. With more older adults now and options outside of hospitals shrinking, experts say this problem is just going to get worse. For someone living with dementia, long ER waits can cause even more confusion and distress. We’ve got to do better! HealthCare #DementiaAwareness #AgingPopulation #Health