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My Favorite Quotes About Giving Thanks

November 22, 2017 by Diane Leave a Comment

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quotes about giving thanks

A few months ago, I shared my favorite quotes about volunteering. I was pleasantly surprised to find out how many of you enjoy reading quotes as I do. So in honor of Thanksgiving, I’m sharing my favorite quotes about giving thanks.

As we express our gratitude, we must never forget that the highest appreciation is not to utter words, but to live by them. (John F. Kennedy)

Celebrate With Singing Christmas Cards

November 21, 2017 by Diane Leave a Comment

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singing Christmas card fundraiser

One of the most common concerns I hear from my readers is that there never seems to be enough money in the budget. You come up with all sorts of terrific ideas to enhance the lives of your residents, but there simply aren’t enough funds.

Over the next couple of weeks, I’ll share 3 of my favorite holiday fundraising ideas. This time of year is perfect for smaller fundraisers that add fun and festivity to the season.

I love the idea of singing Christmas cards. Not only are they very special to the residents who receive the cards, but it’s also entertaining for other residents and staff who hear the music.

Best Gift Ideas For Nursing Home Residents

November 18, 2017 by Diane 8 Comments

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When my mom and dad lived at the nursing home, it was always challenging to find Christmas presents for them. Like many parents, they said they didn’t need anything. But, of course, we wanted to give them something. Plus, we wanted the gifts to be enjoyable, useful, and they had to fit within the limited space in Mom’s & Dad’s room.

To make your shopping easier this year, I’ve come up with a list of great gift options for people living in senior living communities. I’ve based most of these ideas on gifts I’ve seen residents receive at the nursing home. Please feel free to add your suggestions in the comment section!

Sharing Christmas Joy Across The Miles

November 15, 2017 by Diane Leave a Comment

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Christmas photos

One of my favorite holiday traditions is exchanging Christmas cards and letters. I know, in this age of social media that probably sounds old-fashioned. But when December rolls around, I love to run out to the mailbox and peer inside to see how many cards arrive each day. And I’ll admit that I feel a bit sad when the final card of the season arrives, turning the contents of my mailbox back into bills and junk mail.

I also love to compose a personal note for each person on my list. No form letter for me! (Okay, I do admit that my handwritten notes have given way to letters created on my computer.) Best of all, I cherish reading every letter tucked inside the cards I receive, and I especially enjoy finding a photo card.

Christmas Shoebox Sendoff

November 12, 2017 by Diane Leave a Comment

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This is it! After months of gathering gifts and lovingly preparing shoeboxes, your gifts are ready to go out to children around the world. Isn’t that exciting? (If you’re new to my blog, you can read all about our Operation Christmas Child project here.)

Now it’s time to begin planning for next year. If you have a bit of funds and extra storage space, it’s a good idea to shop for shoebox items all year round. Here’s how to get the best deals on your gifts:

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This post may contain affiliate links, and I will be compensated (at no extra cost to you) when you make a purchase by clicking on my links.

This post may contain affiliate links, and I will be compensated (at no extra cost to you) when you make a purchase by clicking on my links.

This post may contain affiliate links, and I will be compensated (at no extra cost to you) when you make a purchase by clicking on my links.

This post may contain affiliate links, and I will be compensated (at no extra cost to you) when you make a purchase by clicking on my links.

This post may contain affiliate links, and I will be compensated (at no extra cost to you) when you make a purchase by clicking on my links.

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