This help sheet provides information on how changes to the environment and some items of assistive technology may be used to assist in maintaining the safety of a person with dementia when accessing the garage or shed.

Seat Belt Alarm

The garage or shed may provide the person with dementia the opportunity to be involved in activities that interest them. However, they can contain many hazardous substances and dangerous tools and equipment.

When considering what technology to use or changes you wish to make to the garage or shed, it is important to keep in mind how the person with dementia has related to this environment in the past and wherever possible involve them in the decision making process.