expressing thoughts and emotions, they also have more trouble
understanding others. Yet the ability to exchange our ideas, wishes
and feelings is a basic need.
How can you best communicate with a spouse, parent, or loved one who
has dementia? Learn strategies at a free workshop from the Alzheimer's
Association Western Carolina Chapter and The Ivey, the adult day care
center in the SouthPark area of Charlotte. The two non-profits will
host "When Your Valentine Has Alzheimer's: Enhancing Communication
"on Tuesday, February 8 from 2 to 4 pm, repeated from 6 to 8 pm, at
The Ivey, 6030 Park South Drive. Admission is free but pre-
registration is requested. To pre-register, call The Alzheimer's
Association at 704/532-7390.
You'll leave with specific ideas and techniques for helping your loved
one communicate, such as how to limit distractions, show patience and
interest, and offer comfort and reassurance. You'll also discover the
best ways to communicate, including when to repeat information or
questions, what key words to emphasize, and how to give visual cues.
The presenter is Margaret Moody, program associate for the Alzheimer's
Association.
Free adult day care services are available during the presentation for
caregivers who need assistance for their loved ones. Arrange in
advance by calling The Ivey at 704/909-2070.
The Ivey
The Ivey® is a not-for-profit adult day care center that provides
daytime services for people affected by Alzheimer's and other types of
memory loss, social isolation, or physical frailty due to stroke,
Parkinson's, and similar illnesses. The Ivey offers socialization,
engaging activities, meals from a Johnson & Wales-trained chef, and
healthcare monitoring from an on-site registered nurse. The Ivey's
services allow caregivers to hold jobs, continue friendships, and
refresh from the responsibilities of providing constant care. For
more, see www.theivey.com.
The Alzheimer's Association
The Alzheimer's Association is the leading voluntary health
organization in Alzheimer care, support and research. Our mission is
to eliminate Alzheimer's disease through the advancement of research;
to provide and enhance care and support for all affected; and to
reduce the risk of dementia through the promotion of brain health. Our
vision is a world without Alzheimer's. For more information visit www.alz.org/northcarolina
. The Alzheimer's Association provides a 24-hour Helpline at
1-800-272-3900 for those in need of support and guidance in facing
challenges by memory loss and dementia.
