silver alert
noun phrase

- a public notification that provides information on, and asks for help in locating a missing senior, particularly one who has a cognitive impairment such as dementia or Alzheimer’s disease

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Like amber alerts, which are used to notify the public about children who are suspected of having been abducted, a silver alert is a public notification system in the United States to broadcast information about missing persons – especially senior citizens with Alzheimer's disease, dementia or other mental disabilities – in order to aid in locating them.

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TALKING POINT

Supporters of SILVER ALERT point to the U.S.A's growing elderly population as a reason to support new programs to locate missing seniors. Approximately 60% of dementia victims will wander off at least once.

There are plenty of devices now available to help. GPS trackers allow caregivers to keep an eye on their loved ones when they’re out and about, helping to ensure their safety with emergency buttons and health metrics.

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COMMON "SILVER" PHRASES

Born with a silver spoon in one's mouth = born in a family or environment that is rich, comfortable and luxuriant

Every cloud has a silver lining = there is something good in every unpleasant situation

silver bullet = any straightforward solution perceived to have great effectiveness or bring miraculous results

silver screen = the movies or that related to movies or cinema

silver surfer = an elderly person who regularly uses the Internet

silver-tongued = eloquent, articulate, charming