New LifeStyles - Houston

Winter/Spring 2014

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MEMORY CARE THE WOODLANDS Autumn Leaves of The Woodlands 10700 Montfair Blvd (832)764-5324 44 AutumnGrove Cottage of The Woodlands 5000 W Alden Bridge Dr (281)220-0882 16 Silverado - The Woodlands 7950 Bay Branch Dr (281)681-8000 48 Terrace Assisted Living & Memory Care 1730 Woodstead Ct (877)572-2041 39 Village At The Woodlands, The 2323 Lake Robbins Dr (281)292-4600 34 Forum at The Woodlands, The 5055 W Panther Creek Dr (281)367-3170 20 Helpful Communication Hints for the Caregiver of Those with Alzheimer's 1. Use concrete, literal, positive phrases 2. Give one step instructions 3. Always use a calm voice 4. Limit options – too many choices can overwhelm 5. Ask one question at a time and WAIT for an answer 6. Validate their feelings about losses or frustrations 7. Limit wording – too many words are confusing 8. Make your verbal and non-verbal messages the same 9. Move slowly – sudden movements may frighten them 10. Stand or sit in front of the person and make eye contact before speaking 11. Use gestures and movements to supplement your point 12. Make tasks fun – use singing, joking, or silliness 13. Allow the person to say "no", then re-approach later 14. Ask for help. If you are tired and stressed the person will feel this and react negatively 15. Don't stop trying! Provided by Barton House UnCommon Alzheimer's Care 99

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