Often the individual may forget about the dangers of stoves, curling irons, or space heaters. In addition, the person might have a different sensitivity to heat or cold, and might not react to heat or cold quickly enough to prevent an accident. To avoid scalding, consider setting your home water heater at 140 degrees and help the person mix hot and cold water for bathing. Take special precautions in the bathroom. Mirrors, high-gloss surfaces, and glass can be frightening to the person with Alzheimer's disease.
Some caregivers choose to cover mirrors to reduce the person's feeling of confusion.
Use an electric razor for safety precautions. To reduce the chances for electric shock, remove all remote electrical appliances from the bathroom. And to prevent falls, use such devices as grab bars, bath seats and commode chairs. Use camouflage and other devices to prevent wandering. To discourage the person from leaving an area, consider using such devices as safety door knobs, locks that are placed high and out of the patient's sight, a black rug on the floor in front of a door, a cloth or drape hung over a door, a dutch door, or electronic alert alarms.