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7 Ways To Support The People Of Ukraine

July 25, 2022 by Diane Leave a Comment

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Ukrainian flag with white dove of peace.

The other day, a reader asked for fundraising ideas for a specific purpose. The residents of her assisted living community want to raise money to help support the people of Ukraine.

I love that question, and here’s why. When the current war in Ukraine began in February, we all took notice and looked for ways to help the Ukrainian people. Now months have passed, and sadly, the war is becoming “old news”.

My Latest Community Service Project

July 19, 2022 by Diane Leave a Comment

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Hands holding an American flag.

If you’ve been with my blog for a while, you know that I’ve been doing a variety of at-home volunteer projects while undergoing cancer treatment. I’m sharing these projects because they’re also perfect to do with the residents of your senior care communities. Or you can do them as an individual or with your family. (For my newer readers, you can still catch up on my January, March, and May projects.)

This month, I’ve been working on what has become my two favorite at-home volunteer projects. The first is decorating lunch bags for Meals On Wheels. (You can read about my personal experience as a recipient of meals in this post from last year.)

Who Is The Nursing Home Housekeeper?

July 14, 2022 by Diane Leave a Comment

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Young woman helping older woman clean her home.

As we go through our shifts as nursing home staff members or volunteers, I think it’s important to understand the jobs of those around us. In the past, we’ve covered roles such as the social worker, activities director, and pharmacist. Today we’ll look at the nursing home housekeeper.

During the COVID pandemic, we realized the importance of these behind-the-scenes employees more than ever before. Housekeepers work hard to help keep residents, staff, and visitors safe and healthy.

Where Actors Go For Nursing Home Care

July 8, 2022 by Diane Leave a Comment

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Sketch of old time movie projector.

Did you know the United States hosts two nursing homes providing care for retired actors? Let’s take a look at them.

Actors Fund Home

Originally opened on Staten Island in 1902, the Actors Fund Home later moved to Englewood, New Jersey, where it still exists today.

A group created in 1882, known as the Entertainment Community Fund, developed the home. As a nonprofit organization, the group helps support retired people in the performing arts and entertainment professions.

How To Celebrate National Mutt Day

July 2, 2022 by Diane Leave a Comment

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Here’s a fun little-known holiday to add to your July calendar. It’s National Mutt Day, and we celebrate it every year on July 31. Created to draw attention to mixed-breed dogs (mutts), I say it’s a day to celebrate all types of dogs.

Do you celebrate National Mutt Day in your senior living community? Please add your suggestions in the comment section!

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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.

Actors Fund Home

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