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• Discussion on purchasing a GPS tracking device (such as a bracelet or keychain) for an elderly person with dementia to monitor movements and prevent wandering.
• Device must be in range of at least 300 km, be able to connect with an Android operating system, and not have monthly/yearly fees.
• AirTags are suggested, but question about whether it would work 200 km away from the wearer.
• Tile is suggested as an alternative to AirTags, but it may not work over long distances.
• A fitness tracker is also suggested as a possible option.
• Some users mention the iTraq device, which requires a monthly or yearly fee but is Android compatible.
• Discussion of ethical considerations of using tracking devices for people with dementia.
• RoadID is suggested for the elderly person to wear in case they get lost.
• AirTags are further discussed as a potentially beneficial option, but there is uncertainty on the reliability.
• Discussion on other GPS tracking device options, such as Samsung’s Galaxy SmartTag Plus.
• Commenters discuss personal experiences and benefits of using tracking devices.
• Importance of preserving the independence of the elderly person is mentioned.
• Different users suggest other options, such as caregiver services or hiring a professional to monitor the elderly person.
• Mention of a journalist, Julie Jargon, having written about the ethical implications of AirTags on dementia patients.

• Reddit user wants to find a tracking device for their father with dementia.
• The user has been unable to find a necklace or faceless watch that they think their father would wear.
• The user suggests that their father “always has his wallet,” so they ask if any trackers can be used in a card, as an ankle bracelet, or a GPS watch with a long battery life.
• Several other Reddit users reply with suggestions:
  • One suggests using Life360 for GPS tracking on a phone, with additional Samsung and iTags to track keys and wallet. The user is also using a medic alert bracelet and card for vital info.
  • Another user recommends using Apple AirTags or iPhone for GPS tracking.
  • A third user suggests the Jiobit tracker, which is compact, reliable, and has a long battery life. They wear it as a necklace.
  • Several other users add recommendations for different tracking devices or further suggestions for using existing ones.
• Reddit user decides to purchase an AirTag to track their father’s wallet, a Tracki Pet for tracking keys, and a Lively flip phone with GPS.
• User reports that scenario is good so far.

• User asks for recommendations on GPS tracking devices for a dementia patient who wanders
• One user suggests preemptively contacting the police department and providing them with a photo and description of the person as another option for tracking
• Another user recommends slip-on GPS trackers designed for pets, and one specifically mentions the Tile tracker, but cautions against its shorter range
• One user suggests looking into roadID bracelets as an alternative identification option
• One user recommends VoxTrail GPS tracking devices in India
• Several users express interest in finding a GPS tracking device for their loved ones with dementia who wander
• Some users offer general tips for dealing with dementia patients who wander, such as securing doors and windows and keeping the person engaged in activities to reduce restlessness
• One user shares their story about their grandfather with dementia who wandered and was found safe by the police, but notes the importance of being proactive in preventing wandering
• Some users express concern about the price and difficulty of finding reliable GPS tracking devices
• One user recommends a specific inexpensive GPS tracker they used for their father with Alzheimer’s, but does not provide any further information about it

• Reddit user seeks recommendations on GPS trackers for Alzheimer’s patients
• Life360 app installed on phone helpful but requires patient to have it consistently on them
• Other GPS tracker products include: Project Lifesaver PAL (wristwatch), PocketFinder (keychain), SmartSole (shoe insert), Trax (belt clip)
• PocketFinder appeared to have the best value compared to price
• Some users suggested attaching Tile trackers to shoes or coat
• Whistle tracker for dogs recommended by pest control, features cellular service and reports on trips
• Reddit user seeks digital waterproof white/clear woman’s watch with GPS tracker, but no specific recommendation given.

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• The transcript contains suggestions for GPS trackers to locate individuals with dementia who may wander off and get lost.
• One user recommended an Apple Watch that can be attached to a keychain or lanyard as long as it is attached to a network and can locate the individual’s location.
• Another individual suggested a Tile because of its slim size and the ability to hide it anywhere.
• The AngelSense is a GPS tracker that uses cellular data and has the option of one or two-way voice.
• The last suggestion by a user was the iTraq, which worked well and has the ability to set up geofencing alerts.
• However, some of the users cautioned that GPS trackers can be unreliable and give a false sense of security.
• Some recommended updating the doors to have locks with keys inside, using the slide locks at the bottom of the doors or caps that go on the door handles, or placing alarms on the doors going to the outside.
• One user suggested using a medical alert system but that their relative refused to wear them.
• The Gizmo watch was suggested by someone that you could call your relatives and also be called.
• Many users do not recall the monthly cost of GPS trackers.
• One of the participants suggested using the latches at the top of the doors to the outside to ensure grandparents with dementia do not leave while they are bathing or sleeping.
• Getting neighbors on the Tile app was also suggested to monitor movement.
• One user used slide locks on doors at the bottom, but had concerns if his/her grandmother’s arthritic hands could open them.
• Alarms on doors were suggested to alert family members when the door is open.
• One user also suggested the use of door handle covers that seniors with dementia cannot turn.
• Some users commented that their elderly relatives were not comfortable with technology or refused to wear smaller GPS trackers.
• Another user noted that getting an Apple Watch plan can be expensive for when family members want to use the GPS feature.
• One user cautioned that a Tile can have signal issues if the wandering individual concerned has gone out of range.

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• The post is from a redditor who is looking for a GPS tracker for their father who has Alzheimer’s.
• The father has virtually no short-term memory and is physically in great shape, but he is more prone to wandering around and getting lost outside the house.
• The redditor is looking for a GPS device that would be non-removable and similar to an ankle bracelet for people on parole.
• Most GPS devices require seniors to use a smartphone or a touch screen, which is not an option for the redditor’s father, who is old school and only uses a flip phone.
• The redditor has tried using necklaces and keychains, but they get removed by the father.
• The redditor wants their father to live at home for as long as possible and is looking for a way to track him if he gets lost outside the house.
• A redditor suggests using a device called AngelSense, which has been originally developed for children with autism. Still, it also works well for dementia patients.
• With AngelSense, the redditor has a small device which dad carries in his pocket and is charged once a day.
• The redditor geo-fenced the area, so they get a message if dad has gone outside the mapped area. If dad gets misplaced, a caregiver can talk through the device and tell him to wait where he is, and someone will come and fetch him.
• The app shows where dad is located at any given time and where he has traveled.
• The redditor has set position points on some locations dad regularly passes during his walks, such as the local coffee bar. Caregivers get a message when he passes by each of these points.
• AngelSense wristbands are another option, but the redditor has not used them.
• The redditor’s dad fell recently while on a walk, and they still have to walk with him for the time being.

Overall, the transcript discusses a common problem that many families of senior citizens with dementia face, and that is how to keep them safe when they want to go out on their own. The redditor is looking for a GPS tracking device that is easy to use and non-removable for their father, who tends to remove any item placed on him. The redditor learned about a GPS device called AngelSense, which can track their father’s location, and send alerts when he goes beyond pre-set boundaries.

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• GPS trackers for people with dementia are discussed in the transcript
• A few Reddit users suggested some GPS trackers which can be attached to personal items, collar or as a bracelet
• One user suggested that GPS trackers for pets can be helpful
• Tile trackers, Tracki GPS and Land Air Sea tracking devices are suggested as potential options
• Project Life Saver is mentioned as a wrist tracker which didn’t work well for one user’s father
• A website from the University of Waterloo, in association with the Alzheimer Society of Ontario, is recommended as a source of tracking devices meant for high risk people
• Various features such as live updates, real-time tracking, battery life, accuracy, geofencing, and SOS alerts are mentioned as attributes of different devices
• A user is experimenting with Land Air Sea car tracker and plans to build a case for it as a keychain with photos attached
• One user highlights the importance of read reviews and doing research to find the best fit for a particular situation
• There is also a reminder from a bot about comment karma required for some Reddit users to comment
• Several users express empathy and concern for the person whose grandfather was missing, and wish them well in finding a reliable tracker
• One user apologizes for their comment being removed due to not meeting comment karma requirements, and gives a reminder of the 15-day age and 50-comment karma requirements for commenting in the subreddit.

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