Why do falls occur with dementia?

As we age many of us worry about experiencing a fall, because a fall can significantly impact our confidence and independence. When you include your loved one with dementia, this concern often grows considerably and for very good reason. Generally, the risk of falls does increase as the dementia progresses and often begin to occur in the middle to late stages of dementia. But this timing can vary greatly by the type of dementia, with some forms of dementia linked to early falls. S...