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Practical Insights for Busy Caregivers
Program: Tracking Devices
Organizations: Alzheimer Society Peel
Phone Numbers: 416-488-8772
Toll-Free: 1-800-616-8816 or 1-855-705-4636 (INFO)
Fax: 416-488-3778
Email: info@alzheimer.ca
Website: alzheimer.ca/en/help-support/im-caring-person-livi...
Address:
Hours: Admin: Mon-Fri 8:30am-4:30pm
Service Description: Nation-wide service created through a partnership between MedicAlert and the Alzheimer Society of Canada
  • if a person living with dementia goes missing, call 911 immediately
  • tracking device (or locating device) helps identify a person with dementia who is lost and assist them to safely return home
  • might also be appropriate for people with autism and developmental disabilities 
Fees: Besides the initial purchase cost, there might be monthly fees to keep the device active and operational
Application: Call for information * professionals can refer patient by sending referral to First Link at Alzheimer Society Peel * other areas contact the appropriate Alzheimer Society chapter
Eligibility - Population(s) Served: People that may be affected by dementia and wander or a risk of being lost
Languages: English
Area(s) Served: Peel Region

This information was last completely updated on: 5-28-2025


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