They will feature Aileen Zei, Education & Community Volunteers Manager for the Alzheimer’s Association Illinois Chapter. During her presentation, “Effective Communication Strategies,” she will discuss how communication changes when someone is living with dementia/Alzheimer’s.
As the disease progresses, individuals lose the ability to use words, and Aileen will talk about how families/caregivers can find new ways to connect. Learn how to interpret their verbal and behavioral communication, identify strategies to help you move through each stage of the disease, and understand how to use tone of voice and body language to connect with your loved one.
Coffee, water, and muffins will be served.
Contact CGH Dementia Navigator Beth Sterk at (815) 625-0400, ext. 3977, or email her at beth.sterk@cghmc.com to register. Walk-ins welcome.
