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How To Show Appreciation To Nursing Home Staff

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During November, senior living communities across the country will celebrate Caregiver Appreciation Month. I hope today’s article prompts us to make a habit of showing appreciation for a loved one’s caregivers, not only during November but throughout the entire year.

Words of thanks

Because of social distancing, verbalizing thanks to a loved one’s caregivers becomes more difficult. We might only communicate with staff through brief phone calls or video visits. This makes it harder to get to know the caregivers and form relationships with them.

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Walking Away: Why People With Dementia Become Lost

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A sad and scary situation unfolded in our community over the past week. Early on the evening of October 1, an 80-year-old man walked away from a local memory care facility and disappeared.  Despite extensive searches by police and other groups, they’ve found no sign of the gentleman.

I can’t begin to imagine how agonizing this uncertainty must be for his family. And I know it’s difficult for the staff of the memory care facility, too. While I’ve heard no details about what happened that evening, I do know that this facility has a reputation for providing excellent care for people living with dementia.

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How To Make A Difference During The Pandemic

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Make A Difference Day ideas

During the COVID-19 pandemic, many of us feel a desire to reach out and make a positive difference in other people’s lives. Many of our residents feel this way, too.

That’s why I hope you’ll take part in Make A Difference Day on October 24. You and your residents will join volunteers around the world in doing acts of kindness for other people.

It’s more challenging to find meaningful activities this year because of social distancing. But don’t let that stop you!

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20 Inspirational Quotes For Caregivers

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Caring for our seniors is perhaps the greatest responsibility we have. Those who walked before us have given so much and made possible the life we all enjoy. (Senator John Hoeven)

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It’s not how much you do, but how much love you put into the doing. (Mother Teresa)

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7 More Creative Online Fundraisers

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Last week, I asked my most recent newsletter subscribers for suggestions on topics that would be most helpful to them. One request was for more fundraising ideas.

I understand the challenge of fundraising during the pandemic. It isn’t easy to hold public events while social distancing.

In response to my reader’s request, today I’m sharing seven creative online fundraising options. You’ll also want to check out ten more ideas I shared back in July.

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