07/09/2026
Decoding Dementia: Wandering.
What do you do when a loved one walks out the door with nowhere to go?
Wandering, the aimless movement and disorientation seen in some persons with dementia, poses real safety risks such as getting lost or falling, and is one of the most difficult behaviours for caregivers to manage.
Dr. Sushma Chawla, Founder-President, Hope Ek A.S.H.A., explains why wandering happens, whether it's a response to a past routine, unspoken discomfort, anxiety, or a need to seek out familiar people and places, and how caregivers can respond with structure, safety, and understanding.
But individual experiences like these also point to a much larger question: Is India prepared for the growing dementia challenge?
This is the conversation we hope to advance at Hope for Dementia 2026, as we bring together voices from healthcare, public policy, civil society, industry and beyond to explore how India can build stronger systems of care, support caregivers and create a more dementia-inclusive society.
26 September 2026 | 4 PM
CSOI, Vinay Marg, Chanakyapuri, New Delhi
Join us for Hope for Dementia 2026 — Preparing India for Dementia Challenge.
Be part of the conversation. Register Now.
Link is provided in the bio to register, or call / WhatsApp at 9266512227 to register.