INDEPENDENT DAYS
Adult & Senior Care Center

Adult & Senior Care Center


1941 Ridge Rd. Homewood IL 60430
Phone (708) 206-1430
Fax (708) 206-0286

A High Quality Activity Program for Adults & Seniors

February is Senior Independence Month!

February is National Senior Independence Month. This is a time for senior citizens to evaluate their lifestyles with help from family and friends. This is a sensitive topic, but one that can be addressed respectfully.
At Independent Days, we strive to help seniors keep their independence as much as possible by providing a facility which will allow them to live happy enriched lives, while ressiding at home. Rather than being forced to move into assisted living facilities, our clients come to our facility during the day for a structured activity program that works on their mind and body, then return to their families in the afternoon or evening. During the month of February, take the time to celebrate Senior Independence Month. Think about safety, health and happiness for yourself and your family.


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A Tip for Caregivers:

Reduce frustrations

A person with Alzheimer's may react with frustration, agitation and even aggression when once-automatic tasks become difficult or impossible. Try these suggestions to limit the challenges and ease the frustration.

  • Schedule wisely. Determine the time of day when your loved one is most calm and agreeable. Schedule the most difficult tasks, such as bathing or medical appointments, for that time period. Established routines help make the day more predictable and less confusing.
  • Let him or her help. Involve your loved one in tasks as much as possible. Perhaps your husband can shave himself if you turn on the electric razor and put it in his hand. Maybe your wife can dress herself if you lay out the clothes in the order they go on.
  • Limit choices. Having fewer options makes deciding easier. For example, provide two outfits to choose between — not a closet full of clothes. Reduce distractions at mealtimes or during conversations so that your loved one can better focus on one thing at a time.
  • Take more time. Expect things to take longer than they used to. Schedule more time to complete even simple tasks so that you don't need to hurry your loved one. Provide instructions one step at a time.

 

 

  

 

January Deal:
 
"HALF PRICE THURSDAYS"
Add Thursday to your regular schedule* and get your half day or full day Thursday for HALF PRICE

*A regular schedule must be established prior to adding the designated day

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DID YOU KNOW WE GIVE DISCOUNTS FOR CLIENTS WHO ATTEND FULL WEEK SCHEDULES?
*Call for details*


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Week of 2/1/10 - 2/5/10

Monday
    Breakfast:  Scrambled eggs, biscuits, fresh fruit
    Lunch: Chicken Tortilla soup with cornbread muffins
Tuesday  
    Breakfast:  Scones, sausage and fruit
    Lunch: Southern fried chicken, potatoes, pepper gravy, green beans
Wednesday
    Breakfast:  Cereal with toast & fresh fruit
    Lunch: Pot roast, potatoes and carrots
             

Thursday
    Breakfast:  Cinnamon Oatmeal with fresh fruit
    Lunch: Chef's Choice!
Friday
    Breakfast:  Scrambled eggs, bacon and fresh fruit
    Lunch: 



Here is someone we are very lucky to have in our area....  If you need help as a senior or as a caregiver, I'd like to introduce you to Dr. Cheryl Woodson:    www.woodsonctr.com


Hours of operation:

Monday - Friday

6:30 am to 6:30 pm

Stop in for a tour and see what makes us so unique

 

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