Can you imagine being alone during the holidays? Many residents of our nursing homes live this reality every holiday season. During a time that is filled with joy and laughter, many nursing home residents are feeling nothing but loneliness. We are here to make a difference in the lives of as many elders as possible and spread holiday cheer along the way. We visit each and every elder on out list as we deliver their gifts. Often the requests are as simple as body lotion, reading glasses, or lip balm. We bring what they need and we also bring plenty of hugs.
According to the National Center for Health Statistics, more than 50 percent of nursing home residents have no close relatives, and 46 percent have no living children. An estimated 60 percent of nursing home residents never have visitors. This is the forgotten population.