Smith Caregiver Support Group Explores Art Of 'Therapeutic Fibbing'

CHICAGO — People living with dementia sometimes become disconnected from reality, which can be confusing and upsetting for caregivers. Strategies to handle these difficult conversations will be discussed during the Caregiver Support Group at Smith Village, 2320 W. 113th Place, in Chicago’s Beverly neighborhood. The group will gather at 6:30 p.m. Tuesday, May 16.

Meetings are planned every third Tuesday of the month at 6:30pm on Tuesday, May 16, in the Smith Village Club Room, 2320 West 113th Place in Chicago’s Beverly neighborhood. Meetings are planned for the third Tuesday of every month.

The neighborhood meeting is free and open to those who are caregivers in any way for someone with Alzheimer’s disease or another kind of dementia. Alzheimer’s Association volunteers Alice Keane and Bridget Murphy lead the group.

Participants are encouraged to share their own experiences and practical caregiving information, including tips on managing stress and maintaining their own physical and mental health. This group provides a confidential, safe and supportive environment and aims to combat the isolation many caregivers experience.

The Caregiver Support Group meets every third Tuesday at Smith Village. For more information about the meeting or Smith Village, call 773-474-7300 or visit SmithVillage.org.