The holiday season is rapidly approaching and while most of the time, the feelings associated with the holidays are positive ones, for some people the holidays can be a time where they are reminded of isolation and loneliness. This holiday season, you can help the elderly in your life enjoy the holidays.
- Listen and understand when they speak, even when the topics are negative ones. Talking through their feelings can help them
- Remind them how important they are to your family and to the holidays
- If they are in a care facility, make regular visits during the holidays
- Call your elder friends in for the holidays
- Most importantly, spend time with them, they need to know they are cared for and loved and what better way to do that than to simply be with them when they need it the most
Your time is the most valuable thing you can give someone. Make these holidays the best for your loved ones and remind them how important they are.