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Compassion Letters
Right now, seniors are sitting in nursing homes isolated and with no physical contact. Because of their age or long-term health problems elders, have a higher risk of getting sick from the coronavirus. This means they have to… Read More
Keep it Quiet! I am Trying to Sleep!
Americans are losing quality sleep more and more each day. With the rise of technology and bustling cities, rest has lost priority in everyone’s busy schedules. Yet everyone needs quality sleep regardless of their age to have stable… Read More
Spring Cleaning in a Nursing Home
Seniors, open up your windows and let the fresh air in. It is almost spring and you know what that means, spring cleaning! Now is the best time to clean your space and redecorate. A good spring cleaning… Read More
Build Your Social Ties
Did you know that visiting your friends and family regularly has enormous health benefits? Having a good social life leads to healthy aging and higher cognitive health. A study published by PLOS Medicine found that individuals who have… Read More
Staying Fit While Living in a Nursing Home
Staying fit after our 50s can be a difficult task. As we age, our bones become brittle and our muscle mass decreases. Those who live in nursing homes have an even harder time staying active, especially if they… Read More
Valentine’s Day in a Nursing Home
Valentine’s Day is meant for everyone, not just couples! This Valentine’s Day visit a nursing home and share some of the love in the air with a senior. Seniors love receiving gifts and visits from family and friends…. Read More
Volunteering is Great for Your Health
Did you know volunteering is great for your health? According to Harvard Medical School, people who volunteer ward off loneliness and depression. Studies published by Carnegie Mellon University found that adults over 50 who volunteer are less likely… Read More
Family Involvement
Family involvement is vital at every age. A family provides the love and support an individual needs to thrive. Having strong family ties are especially crucial for seniors living in nursing homes. Seniors who have good relationships with… Read More
Book Clubs
Reading is one of life’s simple pleasures. Every good book opens the door to a new life. Books help pass the time and can even be enjoyed as a group. If you are a senior or have a… Read More
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Last Updated: March 25, 2020 by KevinD
Be a Pen Pal and Help a Senior
As the Coronavirus crisis worsens, seniors across our nation are sitting in nursing homes isolated. In hopes of protecting elders from this dangerous virus, states nationwide are prohibiting visits to facilities with a high senior population. Due to… Read More