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Complete guide to products for seniorsShoes for dementia patients need to maximize safety and support limited mobility, since dementia can increase a senior’s fall risk and hinder their movements. Therefore, a dementia patient’s shoes should be supportive, comfortable, anti-slip, and easy to take on and off. The right fitting shoe should fit your loved one well without being too tight or too loose. If your loved one uses orthotics, be sure to consider that when shopping.
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