This help sheet provides information on how assistive technology and environmental adaptation may be used to support the independence of people living at home with dementia and assist with orientation to date, time and place.

Automatic Calendar CLock

Difficulty with remembering the date, the day of the week or making sense of the environment are some of the problems people with dementia have to deal with. These difficulties can make attending appointments, taking medication, and finding the way a daily struggle. This can lead to feelings of anxiety and embarrassment and safety problems.