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Baby alarm can also be helpful
My parent was getting up many times without having the strength in their legs. This was caused after an infection, it made their body clock all mixed up.
In the end we had to get a night waking carer for a month. We also discussed wi the doctor and they prescribed some meds to help with sleeping , Trazadone.
Unfortunately this can have the effect that they don't wake when they need the loo, so we have to use inco pads and washable bed pads
You must also consider the affect on any carers, since this can wear them down. This can be part of the discussion with the doctor.
If this starters suddenly , bear in mind that it may be a temporary phase that improves, again work with doctor, occ therapist, care agency but don't assume it will be forever because it may not.