‘BP and Dementia’ is focus of free July 12 Smith Village support group for caregivers, families

June 23, 2011 - PRLog -- Dr. Michael Thomas, the medical director of Smith Village, will speak on “High Blood Pressure in Conjunction with Dementia” during a free Memory Support group meeting at 6:30 p.m. on Tuesday, July 12, for caregivers of people with dementia and for families of residents of the continuing care retirement community at 2320 W. 113th Place.

Dr. Thomas, who serves as director of the Senior Cognitive Evaluation Program at Little Company of Mary Hospital, plans to share a medical viewpoint on how high blood pressure interacts with people who have cognitive impairment. This special 60-minute program will include a discussion led by Dr. Thomas and Diane Morgan, the memory support coordinator for Smith Village.

Light refreshments will be served. Please call 773-474-7300 to reserve a seat.

About Smith Village
Smith Village in Chicago’s Beverly neighborhood offers resort-style retirement living with full-service amenities. Included in a monthly fee for Smith’s independent living residents are meals prepared by an executive chef; maintenance and housekeeping services and all utilities including cable television. Trips to theaters and other performance venues as well as special destinations are offered as part of a monthly calendar of activities organized.

In addition to not needing to pay real estate taxes, independent living residents receive peace of mind from a “Life Care Commitment” policy that guarantees they will never be asked to leave a Smith community even if they were to outlive their assets. Residents also receive a healthcare discount for assisted living, memory care support or skilled nursing care should the need arise later in life. All of these services take place on the same campus, providing the security of knowing there is a plan in place.

Smith Village is one of the highly regarded retirement communities that make it possible for seniors to enjoy a vibrant, active lifestyle while relying on the support and healthcare services they need. And they are part of Smith Senior Living, a not-for-profit organization established in 1924 on the site of Smith Village’s new campus.

For more information about how Smith Village can help seniors enjoy their retirement, call 773-474-7300 or visit SmithVillage.org.
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