Regardless of their mental condition, Alzheimer patients may still be liable for any civil wrongs committed. In the event that an individual with Alzheimer’s has an automobile accident, for example, the owner of the car and the patient could be liable for damages. If the family lives in an apartment and the patient lets a sink overflow and water damages adjoining apartments, both the patient and family may be jointly responsible for the necessary repairs to the other domiciles. The family should give serious consideration to limiting the freedom of an Alzheimer patient when, because of the disease, the risks he poses to himself or others are considerable.When an Alzheimer’s diagnosis is confirmed, the family should include among its various considerations a review of insurance policies to be certain that problems directly traceable to the disease are covered. This review should include both policies covering the home and any automobiles on the premises. Generally, homeowner’s insurance provides the most comprehensive type of coverage. An insurance agent familiar with the problems posed by Alzheimer patients would be a good resource for such a review. An Alzheimer support group could also provide the names of a people who might be knowledgeable in this area.