Secure garages, basements and workrooms where toxic chemicals are kept. Maintain a clean refrigerator. Keep in mind that the individual may not be able to distinguish between rotten food and edible food. Be prepared for the unusual. People with Alzheimer's have been known to eat such items as small rocks, dirt, and plants, flowers, and bulbs.
Some caregivers remove toxic plants such as poinsettias or mistletoe from the home.
Recognize that people with Alzheimer's are unable to distinguish hot from warm or cool from cold. To prevent burning, test the temperature of food before serving it. Be cautious about the bathroom medicine cabinet and toilet articles. Lock all medications away from the person. Rid your house of guns.