Diane W., 72, Lansdowne, PA
Diane has been a widow for thirty years and currently lives on a fixed income. When she was younger she volunteered as a Girl Scout leader. She also volunteered in […]
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Raymond H., 72, Willow Grove, PA
Ray is resident of a nursing home, but wants to work and feel useful. He is a tailor by trade and wants to help tailor the other residents clothes so […]
Raphaela W., 90, Philadelphia, PA
Raphaela enjoyed volunteering in her church and often made dinners for those in need. She still lives on her own, but on a fixed income. She wishes for a medical […]
Montes M., Hackensack, NJ
Montes is a full time resident of a nursing home. The past two years have been difficult due to Covid-19 and he wishes to leave his facility to enjoy lunch […]
Arts & Crafts Supplies for Seniors, Bucks County, PA
Many seniors love spending their spare time doing arts and crafts projects including making holiday cards for their neighbors, coloring and painting. The benefits of these activities are socializing with […]
Palm Garden Nursing Home, Clearwater, FL
Many long term care facilities have a limited budget for their activities departments. It can be challenging to find ways to keep their seniors connected and stimulated, especially during this […]
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Dianne S., New York, NY, 76
Dianne is homebound due to many medical issues. Because of these issues she has a difficult time getting in and out of her current chair. She wishes for a lift […]
Jane S., 73, Philadelphia, PA
Jane used to love volunteering at the food pantry run by her church. She also loved tutoring students at Girard College. She has stopped doing both because her hearing has […]
Harry H., Birmingham, AL
Harry has been a dedicated volunteer in his church. He is an Elder and taught Sunday School. He was also a floor captain in his facility. His responsibilities included checking […]