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RETIREMENT/INDEPENDENT Shorewood SHOREWOOD HORIZON Senior Living Community 820 W. Black Road Shorewood, IL 60404 (815) 230-8990 www.ShorewoodHorizon.com RET 50 Units (Ad on page 9) See legend on page 115. Spacious 1- and 2-bedroom independent living apts & villas are affordable to seniors. Each apt has a fully equipped modern kitchen with full-sized range/oven, refrigerator/ dishwasher, dining area, emergency call system and patio or balcony. Coin-operated laundry facilities and storage rooms on each floor. Amenities: community room with TV & warming kitchen, exercise room with fitness equipment, MAP #87 arts and crafts room, library w fireplace, game room. www.NewLifeStyles.com Helpful Communication Hints for the Caregiver of Those with Alzheimer's 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. 14. 15. Use concrete, literal, positive phrases Give one step instructions Always use a calm voice Limit options – too many choices can overwhelm Ask one question at a time and WAIT for an answer Validate their feelings about losses or frustrations Limit wording – too many words are confusing Make your verbal and non-verbal messages the same Move slowly – sudden movements may frighten them Stand or sit in front of the person and make eye contact before speaking Use gestures and movements to supplement your point Make tasks fun – use singing, joking, or silliness Allow the person to say "no", then re-approach later Ask for help. If you are tired and stressed the person will feel this and react negatively Don't stop trying! Provided by Barton House UnCommon Alzheimer's Care 30