Communicating with the old can be challenging, especially when considering the fact 41 their abilities are failing.
First of all, you are 42 (suppose) to respect the old’s thoughts, backgrounds and life experience. Do not correct their opinions even when you can’t reach any 43 (agree). And when old people are talking, listen 44 (careful). Let them finish because letting them express their thoughts and emotions 45 (be) important.
When you’re together with them, try to know if they would like 46 (chat) or be quiet. And when you feel they want to be quiet, just be t here, because 47 (spend) time with them is as important as talking to them or cheering them up.
As communication with old people can be difficult, it is 48 (importance) to be always patient. When you are explaining something 49 them, you should remain patient when they ask you to repeat yourself. Try using gestures while you talk with them, or write down what you want to say when 50 is necessary.