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7 Reasons For Teens To Volunteer In Nursing Homes

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“The best way to find yourself is to lose yourself in the service of others.” —Mahatma Gandhi

Are your teens looking for something meaningful and enjoyable to do over the long weeks of summer break? I have the perfect solution in this popular post from last year.

Here are 7 great reasons why your teenager should consider volunteering at a nursing home:

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What On Earth Is The GDPR?

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Have you heard about the General Data Protection Regulation that goes into effect on May 25? These laws regulate how online businesses (including blogs) may collect, store, and use data we collect from anyone living in the European Union.

So, since it only applies to the European Union, are you wondering why I’m telling everyone about it? That’s an excellent question!

While most of my readers live in the United States, I also have a significant number of readers from Canada, Australia, and the UK. A smaller portion of my readers live in various other countries around the world, including Ireland, Netherlands, Belgium, and Spain. Since several of these countries are part of the European Union, the new GDPR rules apply to my blog. [Read more…] about What On Earth Is The GDPR?

4 Tips To Communicate Effectively With The Nursing Home

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Earlier this month, I had the opportunity to write this guest post for the SixtyandMe community. I’m sharing the article here hoping you’ll add your suggestions. What can you tell family members to help them communicate effectively with caregivers at the nursing home?

I know most of you have friends or relatives living in nursing homes or other long-term care facilities. We all know that society tends to hold negative perceptions about nursing homes. They’re sometimes seen as places we should avoid and mistrust. Sadly, sometimes they deserve this reputation.

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Let’s Celebrate Smile Power Day On June 15

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Earlier this week, I shared ideas to help your residents to celebrate National Cheese Day on June 4. Today we’ll look at lots of fun activity options for another important holiday in June: National Smile Power Day on June 15.

What makes you smile? 

Tape a large poster board to a wall and add a few smiley faces. Invite residents, staff, families, and volunteers to write down what makes them smile. Answers could include grandchildren, a favorite pet, sunny weather, and tons of other topics.

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How To Celebrate National Cheese Day

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This week I’m sharing ideas to help your residents celebrate two little known holidays in June. Today we’ll talk about National Cheese Day (June 4), and on Saturday we’ll take a look at National Smile Power Day (June 15).

What’s that you say? You already celebrated National Cheese Lover’s Day in January? Yes, there is some duplication on national holiday calendars. But, that’s okay. In my opinion, you can never experience too much cheese.

These are my ideas for National Cheese Day. I hope you’ll share your suggestions in the comment section!

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