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At what point does a dementia patient need 24 hour care?

According to the Alzheimer’s Association, over 6 million Americans are living with Alzheimer's disease, the most common form of dementia. This progressive condition brings profound changes, and a critical question for many families is: **At what point does a dementia patient need 24 hour care?** The transition is less about a single moment and more about recognizing a combination of escalating safety risks and increasing care needs.