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What is an Amber Alert for old people called?

According to the Alzheimer's Association, six in ten people with dementia will wander at least once, making quick response systems essential for elderly safety. This raises the important question: **What is an Amber Alert for old people called?**

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What is the old person version of the Amber Alert? An Overview of the Silver Alert System

According to the Alzheimer's Association, more than 9 out of 10 people with dementia who wander away from home are unable to find their way back without assistance. The old person version of the Amber Alert, known as a Silver Alert, was created to address this urgent issue for missing and vulnerable senior citizens. This system rapidly disseminates information to the public to assist in the safe recovery of at-risk older adults.

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