New program in Rockdale helps those with Dementia, Alzheimer’s who are prone to wandering off

The new program is intended to is intended to help those suffering from cognitive or intellectual disorders. A new program in Rockdale County, Georgia, has been created to help those who are prone to wandering off. The Wander Alert Program aims to assist those with cognitive or intellectual disorders such as Dementia, Alzheimer's, or Dementias. The sheriff's office will consider those with these disorders. Rockdale residents are encouraged to contact the sheriff's Office if they know someone who fits these criteria.

Published : 10 months ago by WSBTV.com News Staff in Health

ROCKDALE COUNTY, Ga. — A new program in Rockdale County has been created to help those who are prone to wandering off.

The Rockdale County Sheriff’s Office said this new Wander Alert Program is intended to help those suffering from cognitive or intellectual disorders.

The sheriff’s office said it will consider those with the following intellectual or cognitive disorders for this program:

Rockdale County residents are encouraged to contact the sheriff’s office if they know someone who fits this criteria.

Anyone interested in the program is asked to contact Major LeJohn Tate at [email protected].

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