Smith Crossing and Smith Village hold free support groups in March

Feb. 17, 2012 - PRLog -- Southwestern Chicago and suburban families and caregivers of seniors living with Alzheimer’s disease or dementia can find out how to cope with a loved one or friend who exhibits uncharacteristic behavior.

At 6:30 p.m. on Thursday, March 1, the admissions director, social service director and resident services director of Smith Crossing at 10501 Emilie Lane in Orland Park will present a program on how to deal with challenging behaviors. They will discuss such behaviors as sleep disturbances, physical or verbal outbursts, emotional distress, restlessness, pacing, yelling, delusions and hallucinations.

The next Tuesday, March 6, Smith Village at 2320 W. 113th Place in Chicago’s Beverly neighborhood will have a program at 6:30 p.m. centering on a daughter’s insight into Alzheimer’s disease. Moderated by memory support coordinator Diane Morgan, the session will begin with a
movie, “Complaints of a Dutiful Daughter.”

The free hour-long gatherings at both continuing care retirement communities are open to the public and families of Smith residents. A discussion, Q&A period and light refreshments will conclude
each meeting.

To reserve a place March 1 at Smith Crossing, please call 708-326-2300.

To reserve a seat at Smith Village on March 6, please call 773-474-7300.

About Smith Senior Living
Smith Village and Smith Crossing are part of the Smith Senior Living family of premier senior living communities in the Southwest sector of metropolitan Chicago. An innovative leader in providing the finest services and care for seniors, Smith established its first community in 1924, on Chicago’s Beverly neighborhood on the same city block where Smith Village stands today.    

Smith Village and Smith Crossing, located in Orland Park, feature spacious independent living residences, as well as apartments for residents needing assisted living or memory support services. Both campuses provide a comprehensive program of services and amenities, including a generous healthcare program for residents’ future needs if they should arise. In addition, skilled nursing care and rehabilitation services and accommodations are available on each campus. Smith Village and Smith Crossing also offer respite care.

Both campuses are highly regarded continuing care retirement communities that make it possible for seniors to enjoy a vibrant, active lifestyle while relying on the support and healthcare services they
need.

For more information about how Smith Senior Living retirement communities, call Smith Crossing in Orland Park at 708-326-2300 or visit SmithCrossing.org. For Smith Village in Chicago, call 773-474-7300
or visit SmithVillage.org.