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Athens woman with dementia safely returns home


By Joe Johnson

An elderly Athens woman with dementia who was report missing Saturday morning safely returned to her home on South Ridge Drive several hours later.

Athens-Clarke County police had publicly issued a plea for help in locating 89-year-old Alberta Ward Smith and released a photograph of her.

The woman was reported missing after she was last seen walking away from her home at about 9:30 a.m., and police cancelled a lookout for her after she returned home at about 1 p.m.

"She solicited rides from different people to go to different locations in Athens," police Capt. Christopher Nichols said. "We are pleased that she returned home safely."


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MCRW YDWB
MCRW YDWB
Dec 19, 2024
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riwihad249
Oct 02, 2024

Caring for someone with dementia requires thoughtful planning and constant vigilance to ensure their safety. In addition to keeping a close eye on their whereabouts, it’s also important to provide essential services like bathing and grooming care, which can help maintain dignity and comfort. Professional support in these areas can ease the burden on families and ensure that loved ones receive the best possible care. It's reassuring to see that the woman mentioned was found safe and returned home.

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