Accutech Blog

How Does the Wandering System Work?

Posted by Accutech on January 1, 2023 12:00 am

We receive several calls a day from potential customers that are searching for wander management solutions. Most of the time, our prospects are aware of what the system is supposed to accomplish but aren’t aware (from a technical standpoint) of how our RFID based security systems work. For that reason, we’ve put together a brief…

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Topics: ResidentGuard

Preventing Alzheimer’s & Wandering

Posted by Accutech on January 1, 2023 12:00 am

Alzheimer’s disease is the most common form of what is known as dementia, a general term for memory loss and other intellectual abilities. Alzheimer’s accounts for 50-80% of dementia cases. It is not a normal part of aging and there is some evidence that preventative measures can be taken to reduce the chances, stave off…

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Topics: ResidentGuard

Spending Christmas With Alzheimer’s

Posted by Accutech on January 1, 2023 12:00 am

Memories can be scarce for someone with Alzheimer’s. And as Christmas approaches there are things you can do for a loved one who seems to be slipping away. It may be hard to see someone you care about becoming someone who doesn’t know you, but take the time to love and comfort them and you’ll…

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Topics: ResidentGuard

Sundowning in the Dementia or Alzheimer’s Patient

Posted by Accutech on January 1, 2023 12:00 am

The term, “sundowning” is used to describe the period of increased agitation and confusion experienced by people with dementia that normally occurs at the end of the day and into the night. In the past, sundowning was described as more anecdotal than scientific but new research may indicate a biological factor that eventually may be…

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Topics: ResidentGuard

The Link Between PTSD and Dementia

Posted by Accutech on January 1, 2023 12:00 am

A recent Rand Corporation study reported that 300,000 service personnel who served in Iraq or Afghanistan had symptoms of Post Traumatic Stress Disorder or PTSD. Symptoms of this disorder include avoiding people, things, or situations that remind an individual of the trauma he or she experienced, nightmares, mood disorders, sleep difficulties, flashbacks, difficulty maintaining close…

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Topics: ResidentGuard

Tips to Prevent Wandering for Alzheimer Residents

Posted by Accutech on January 1, 2023 12:00 am

It is suggested that nearly 70% of people with Alzheimer’s disease will wander away from home and get lost. Wandering is one of the biggest risks for individuals with Alzheimer’s disease and is a common but dangerous symptom of the disease. A wanderer is someone with a disease such as Alzheimer’s who has wandered away…

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Topics: ResidentGuard

Don’t Let the Lights Go Out: The Importance of Emergency Power for Hospitals

Posted by Accutech on October 25, 2022 11:40 am

When the power goes out, it’s a race against time to get it back on. For hospitals, losing power can be catastrophic. Patients need to be kept safe and secure, and critical medical equipment needs to stay up and running. That’s why it’s so important for hospitals to have emergency power in place. Hospitals are…

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Topics: CertaScan, Cuddles, Electronic Access Control, Kidz

A Guide to Long-Term Care

Posted by Accutech on October 12, 2022 3:21 pm

When most people think about long-term care, they picture an elderly person who is no longer able to take care of themselves. However, long-term care is not just for the elderly. It can also be used to help those who have been injured or are suffering from a debilitating illness. …

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Topics: Electronic Access Control, ResidentGuard

Where Do Most Infant Abductions Occur?

Posted by Accutech on September 14, 2022 4:51 pm

A study released by the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children (NCMEC) has revealed that the majority of infant abductions occur in hospitals. The report, which looked at data from 1997 to 2016, found that 66% of abducted infants were taken from a healthcare facility. While this number is…

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Topics: CertaScan, Cuddles