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JM27

Hi Merla,

I have not heard of this. Let us know how it goes.

housefinch

My mom was able to do this at their local airport (medium sized city—not a big hub airport). She explained the situation at check in I think. I still think, though, that people with dementia could be a safety risk just being on a plane alone, if they’re past the very early stages. My mom allowed my stepdad to fly much later than I thought was ok.

JeriLynn66

Merla,

TSA Cares Program and your airline should be able to assist. But what about her being on a plane alone? Will she be ok?

harshedbuzz

Perhaps this could be the shoe dropping that makes it possible for you take steps you need to make to keep her safe.

https://www.travelandleisure.com/us-airports-program-non-travelers-visit-beyond-security-8382685

H1235

On my phone I can mark certain contacts as emergency contacts. I believe emergency responders would know to look for this on a phone. If you haven’t already I would mark yourself as an emergency contact on her phone. It might not hurt to just give her a piece of paper with your contact information to put in her pocket or purse. If you do get a call that she has been found lost and confused I would use that as an opportunity to insist on an evaluation. I would not just fly there and pick her up. I hope it goes well.