"All year, we've been seeing more people each month and that will continue as we prepare for Thanksgiving," said Meredith Knopp with the St. Louis Area Food Bank.
Public defenders have had 19 months to get a mental health evaluation done and Circuit Attorney Kim Gardner's Office has not objected to multiple continuances.
For information and other tips to reduce the risk of wandering, reach out to the Alzheimer’s Association for resources or call their 24/7 hotline at 800-272-3900.