Sadly, every year more than half of the senior population in America spends Christmas alone. They are struggling to cope with the tough winters, increasing heating and fuel costs – and most importantly – the absence of human companionship.
Loneliness and isolation is the life of many seniors all year round, not just during Christmas. If you have an elderly loved one living on their own, welcome them to spend time with you this Christmas season. There are a lot of things you can do to bring the Christmas spirit to them with very little effort. Take a look at some ideas:
How about some classic Christmas songs from Nat King Cole, Bing Crosby, and other artists of their era?
We all know that majority of the classic Christmas songs come from the 1940s and 1950s. Every Christmas, we hear the magical voices of Nat King Cole, Bing Crosby, and other artists to help us get into the festive spirit. You can take your senior loved one on a wonderful nostalgia trip by playing all their favorite classic songs on Christmas Eve.
Make a video call if you cannot visit them:
The emergence of applications, like Google Hangouts and Skype, has given video calling a big advantage over traditional calling, especially when you wish to make it personal. Since it allows you to see the other person and stimulate a real conversation, most families prefer it over other modes of communication when they want to talk to their loved one around the holidays. So, if you are unable to visit your senior loved one, make sure your entire family joins in on the video call.
A little effort can go a long way:
Showing seniors that we’re missing them during the holidays does not have to be a big commitment. With some simple Christmas traditions, you can easily convey your love for them.
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