Smith Village holds free support group Tues, Jan. 8, for families, friends of people with dementia

CHICAGO - Dec. 20, 2018 - PRLog -- Beverly/Morgan Park residents who are caregivers for older adults with Alzheimer's disease or dementia are welcome to join a free support group at 6:30 p.m. on Tuesday, Jan. 8, at Smith Village at 2320 W. 113^th Place.
    The hour-long gathering will be an open topic get-together where family members and friends can address issues such as sun-downing, wandering, memory loss, sleeping too little or too much, etc.
   Diane Morgan, social service director of long-term care at the life plan retirement community, will lead the discussion and answer questions participants have. Before ending at 7:30 p.m., light refreshments will be served. To reserve a seat, call 773-474-7300 or email familyandfriends@smithvillage.org.

About Smith Village
   Smith Village is sponsored by Smith Senior Living, a not-for-profit organization serving older adults since 1924. Smith Village provides spacious residences and engaging programs for independent living, as well as assisted living, memory support and skilled nursing care. It also provides short-term rehabilitation services for residents and others requiring assistance after surgery or a medical incident.
   For more information, call 773-474-7300 or visit SmithVillage.org.