, We send our best wishes for your good health, safety, and strength plus at least 100 virtual bear hugs from Mr Cornelius and the Alphabet Soup furry kitchen helpers . My mom was in a nursing home for 3 yrs. Dear Angie, All rights reserved. Your mom deserves a huge gold medal! Let these poems help youfind the funnyin common senior health complaints and limitations. Raised in a rural community, most relatives and friends lived on farms. Share your story! Poems can offer a heartfelt way to honor the elderly and show your love and respect for them. I said to the young care worker. she may not appear to be living in your time; but she is living in her time.. A very moving poem which had me in tears as I typed. As long as you love me, as long as you care, I will stay by your side be your companion, your friend and guide Valentines Day Messages for Senior Citizens 5). They have had sorrow and they have had joy. world, is now the author of this simple, yet eloquent, poem traveling the world No hugs. The Oldest Living Confederate Widow Tells All by Allan Gurganus: This poem tells the story of an elderly woman reflecting on her life and all she has seen. Every single parent who ends up in a care facility desperately needs a son or daughter who is able to visit. How life changes. I really hate to say it,But mymemorys starting to go.Im occasionally forgetting names,And other things I used to know. I hear you talk with other patients, so please don't walk away. . Now my mother is in the same place and she's turning 100 on June 3rd. Restful sleep has proved elusive. Ill definitely look for more of their poems. It hurt to think they could be there in what 20-30 years? Those bears! never say The copyright of all poems on this website belong to the individual authors. Magic Mike LXXXV When the son of an 85 year-old resident of the East Neck Nursing Center in West Babylon, New York came to visit his mother one day, he was shocked to see that her commissary money had been converted into dollar bills. It loses all its worth. Share your story! I will have to visit it again and again. I hope you write more about your grandmothers and great aunts whether in poems or book format great way to preserve their legacy for your grandchildren. Famous poems give residents the opportunity to join in, if they can. Signs of wisdom won:Silvered hair, a wrinkled brow,And a peaceful soul. Ah, blissful childhood memories. Living Treasures What are you thinking when you're looking at me? The latter method has the advantage of being less confusing. Click the button and find the first one on your computer. Loved it, of course. (20). as precious and having. A bit late but never mind. And before her final breath, she called on to me by waving her hand to me and she tried to speak to me with a gibberish and weak voice, but somehow, I understood her. But my man's beside me to see I don't mourn. Thanks to all who commented on last weeks post featuring ILLUSIONS: Poetry & Art for the Young at Heart by Charles Ghigna and Chip Chigna. Enter your email address to subscribe to this blog and receive notifications of new posts by email. The tea poem is exquisite Jama! When my tea was spilled at the table today. Hello BENGAY my old friend.You grease my joints and help them bend.And even though you smell like strong menthol,And waft around me as I walk the halls.Ill gladly suffer wrinkled noses and fanning hands,From my ancient friends.They all can kissMy BENGAY. P.S. 9. This is about life altering experiences. In any case, I find the stories and memories elderly people share truly delightful. And I could proudly stand. And I think of the years and the love that I've known. Linda Crosfieldlives in Ootischenia, at the confluence of the Columbia and Kootenay Rivers in South East British Columbia where she writes poetry and produces handmade books and chapbooks through her micro-press, Nose in Book Publishing. And bring back memories of yesterdays. Thanks to a post by JessieBelle, one of our AgingCare Caregiver Forum members, we recently came across one of these legends in the form of this poem. Click here to upload more images (optional). Youve told that story twice today.. I'm including a wonderfully inspiringpoem by Linda Ellis called,The Dash. I wrote this at Christmas. In a dusty, dark corner of a very old house, I guess theres lots of symbolism there . Too Slow for those who Wait, Late Fragment by Raymond Carver: Written by a man dying of cancer in his 50s, this poignant poem is a heartbreaking reminder that life can end, so its important to live every day to its fullest. The little boy whispered, I wet my pants. I can't turn it in for a refund, 2. If you have another worker help, change me during rounds. Profanity : Our optional filter replaced words with *** on this page . Do not lose your patience with me.Do not scold or curse or cry.I cant help the way Im acting.Cant be different though I try. The line, backs hunched against the unkindness of time, is just *chefs kiss* lovely. Its a nursing home in Nelson, BC. Youve reminded me to pull her book from my shelf to reread. ease the days As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. Too Long for those who Grieve. Hope she can feel our virtual hugs and good wishes! Who need me to guide and a secure happy home. I can imagine my folks and grandparents in these scenes. Daisy is a beacon of hope and light this week. John Burningham (Mr Grumpys Outing, 1970). Little old me though that the world back then was black and white. Senior citizen poems to make them smile and reminisce on the good old days. Uncle Victor's senility seemed comic then. The groups are the brainchild of Liverpudlian charity The Reader, which first worked with a care home in 2006.In 2016-17 the organisation ran 514 shared reading groups around the country - 15% . Poetic Exchange Between a Patient and Nurse. 1. A lovely post, Jama thanks for sharing! . It reminds us to keep going and try our best, even if we fail sometimes. . Every afternoon at two-fifteen they come, Thats my favorite line from Lindas poem, and Samanthas final line is so life affirming. Do you have some pictures or graphics to add? Touched by the poem? Published by Family Friend Poems September 2017 with permission of the author. Once void of all its Autumn hues, Now my mother is in the same place and shes turning 100 on June 3rd. Entering your contribution is easy to do. Famous poems give residents the opportunity to join in, if they can. Not to be forgotten, devalued, discounted or sacrificed, but revered, respected and treasured. When you see asenior citizentrying to open a heavy door,Hold it open yourself; dont let that senior struggle anymore. 12. The awareness of that little detail perked her right upthe world around her came back into focus. I'm sorry I may drool, and at times I even stare. Pretty little high heels, When you see an elder anxiously trying to cross a busy road,Help him or her across; youve no idea of the gift youve bestowed. The following positive quotes for the elderly show them that you care. So maybe death isnt a funny topic or is it? . Said the little old man, I do that too. I remember the joys, I remember the pain, It narrates the helplessness of a patient lying in any hospital very truly. But maybe I can use thisTo get out of things I dont want to do,Like mowing the lawn and washing the car,And scrubbing the toilet too! I too worked as a CNA for 15 plus years and then I choose to do private home health care. O Divine Master, grant that I may not so much seek to be consoled as to console; to be understood as to understand; to be loved as to love. Its a slow dance, led by invisible partners. Are no longer in my life. Here she is: Have you ever seen such a beautiful face, such a wonderful smile? At a dull corporate event years ago, she noticed a lily that was bent over in a centerpiece of flowers. So here I am, no family left, as loneliness weighs heavy on my chest. Let these poems inspire you to reach out to your elders wherever you encounter them. Think of your familys eldersAs the roots of yourfamily tree.They created a strong foundationFor the fruits that were yet to be. I will be 60 on my next birthday and it seems like years fly by like days. One nurse took her copy to Here, I am sharing only those poems for which I have permission to post from the authors. Blessed are they Blessed are they who understand My faltering step and shaking hand. Touched by the poem? With a strong emotional factor, poems can trigger long-forgotten memories, inspire and entrtain the elderly if they mention situations they experienced in their youth or young adulthood. Just remember that I need you,That the best of me is gone.Please dont fail to stand beside me, Love me til my life is done. Strangely enough, most of us live under the illusion that we and our loved ones will never become old. The occasion of Valentine's Day inspires us all to stay young and stay romantic in life. This book-length collection of . So I think I should try to enjoy it. He was overdosed on morphine. Theres much to be said, especially in tough, unpredictable times, about treating each slow dance as your last. aside without looking at the young soul within We will one day be there, too! I imagine your memories are a mixed bag of good days and bad days when you visited your mom. It's not easy being old, aging isn't fair. Dream of a Young Man by Emily Dickinson: This poem reflects on the joys and struggles of getting older, and it looks at the loneliness that many elderly people experience in old age. She has been writing a poem every day since 2011 as a way to trick herself into being present to the little moments that would otherwise surely be missed. Don't try to make me understand. embroidered by , A Nurse's ReplyA Nurses reply - - by Liz Hogben nurses and their aids throw up their hands screeches and moans rolling eyes and amputees chains and bonds invisible around each neck nails each retiree to bed and floor's vomit crumbs of breakfast dancing on the aged beards nonstop ambulances with reeling red and blue bulbs no guests dare the trip inside barred by mind and smell This was a lovely poem, I thought of my husband when I read it, he has been in a vegative state for 10 years and I often wonder whether he knows what's going on around him. Where the residents such as dementia and Alzheimers sufferers, inNursing homes,Elderly Care Facilities,Retirement Communitiesare not able to read the poems by themselves, a facilitator or presenter is needed. Next time my light is on, come and see if I'm OK. I went and opened her chest containing some old artifacts and took out the one picture that she would always see before she slept. Why should you trust Family Friend Poems? No text to follow, no page marking needed. If you have a relative or friend who is elderly, then read on for a free printable poem for the elderly. Would love to read some of your experiences. It's a nursing home in Nelson, BC. Published by Family Friend Poems October 2019 with permission of the author. Why not start a Read-Aloud Readers Group activity at your facility; a Book Club with a . I volunteer at a hospital, so I work and see a lot of these patients. Gifts frowned on. Happy Valentine's Day! but I am waiting to be found, I am a treasure All rights reserved. I am rare. Kiss my cheek and hold my hand. Christmas edition of the News Magazine of the North Ireland Association for Poems are great scripts for spoken word performances and the length of the performance can be tailored to the attention span and capabilities of the listeners. Now the poem is even more meaningful. Share your story! Even as the world seems to be moving faster and faster around us, it is vital to take time to reflect on our past and appreciate the present. Dark days are upon me, my husband is dead; It is about one heart touching another. Of the mostly forgotten many Sung to the tune ofThe Sound of Silenceby Simon & Garfunkel. They should be cared for with dignity and respect just like it was your mom or dad being cared for. Click devo below to uplift your soul today! But inside this old carcass a young girl still dwells, Blessed are they who Janice N. Harrington worked as a nursing home aide in college, and she drew on that experience to write "The Hands of Strangers: Poems from the Nursing Home.". Is it any wonder why residents prematurely die or end their lives by their own hands. My own father died in a care facility. Senior Devotional The poems and paintings were beautiful. I do too, laughed the old man. My sister works organizing ombudsmen who go into care homes and make sure all is well its a tough job just now. And I would give it to her. The greatest thing in life is to keep your mind young. It wasnt even listed on his chart that he was given this drug on that last day. Becoming Your Loved One's Caregiver 2. document.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value", ( new Date() ).getTime() ); Online Christian Articles and Information Hub. Sadly, it wont be quite the celebration wed always planned. The poems are beautiful. Please do not reproduce in any form without permission. Inspirational Quotes For Elderly In Nursing Homes 1. Let me rest and know you're with me. Were happy to announce that the lucky person whose name was randomly drawn is: The beautiful and talented Mary Lee Hahn is hosting the Roundup at A Year of Reading. You shed light on and gave a voice to the countless number of elderly folks who sit suffering in silence, trapped in their own bodies. Only A CNA? Published by Family Friend Poems March 2020 with permission of the author. Celebrations and beautiful moments of joy and happiness are what I wish for you on the occasion of Valentine's Day. A woman of thirty, my young now grown fast, Because one day we might be in the same place they are at now, so please be kind to everyone and show love! Do you have some pictures or graphics to add? I worked in care for 8 years before moving to China. I took care of her as long as I was able; then was persuaded by the Authorities to entrust her to the Care professionals. Blessed are they who The paintings and the poems, every one of them, touched my heart. The culture of caregiving is no exception. I hope you will enjoy the poems aboutelder care I've selected to share with you. Has long been left behind. The poems span fifty years of American history and cultural landmarks that elderly Americans will remember, have associations with and opinions about. There is one old man who is afflicted with bone cancer and who says, in high good humor, that his guarantees have run out. Common Mistakes: the word "i" should be capitalized, "u" is not a word, and "im" is spelled "I'm" or "I am". is 92 and I hope she makes it to her 100th (and beyond!). Get the Poem of the Day delivered right to your phone! I always tried to make them feel special in every way that I could. Do you believe him? I am thinking to hang a framed copy of this poem in every ward to sensitize the staff working there. Now that these poems have provided a little inspiration, take a crack at writing some silly senior poetry of your own. Life gives everyonechallenges, especially as they grow older, so why notjoke arounda bit and look for the humor in each situation as it comes? Lets show our elders we respect and honor all that theyve lived through.Dont forget that if were lucky, some day well be elders too. Here I lie in bed again, Awaiting my next meal. If you are looking for poems about elderly in nursing homes, then you are at the right place. 3. I loved this. Annoying to everyone,Stingiest person that ever lived,Some kind of jerk,Post-funeral celebration to be held at the union hall. To Age by Ralph Waldo Emerson: This poem looks at aging as natural and positive, full of wisdom and experience. They each have had a lifetime of working and raising families. So you've heard the story several times beforePlease listen very closely, oh don't try to ignoreThey were sons & daughters, moms & pops tooTheir care and well being is now trusted to youThey once had full lives, raising families and suchThey worked and fought battles not asking for muchNow that they're older and as hard as they've triedThey can't do the things they once did with prideHelp them be happy, compassion always chooseRemember, all will eventually stand in their shoes. distributed to every nurse in the hospital. It is genuinely a beautiful poem depicting the harsh reality of life that many of us don't really know how to handle the unwanted changes that old age brings with it. These are colloquialisms and general sayings, they so . The name bentlily is a daily reminder to find joy by noticing the ordinary details of her life. Make sure your happy messages are generic and nonreligious, for example "Warmest wishes" or . Her website gives permission to link back toher website. Gifts frowned on. Dont Quit by Edgar Albert Guest: This poem looks at the theme of not giving up, no matter how old you are or what difficulties youre facing. Who dribbles her food and makes no reply Sometimes he loses control over his bladder and wets the bed. Though I was sorry to hear Linda and her family wont be able to celebrate this landmark birthday in person, I was so relieved that her mom is okay and would indeed be observing a rare milestone next week. My grandmother had dementia and she didn't respond to anyone. but me. My heart to you is given, please do give yours to me. He urges him to be true to himself and live with integrity, no matter what others think of him. I see the sadness in your eyes, Off my soapbox now . I love everything about this post. You have spent your whole life sharing and giving love. This article will share some beautiful poems perfect for elderly loved ones. It reads simply but really packs a wallop, doesnt it? You walked past my light, what am I to do? Getting older may not be easy, but some funny poems about being a senior citizen can help youfind some humorin the situation. Please don't talk about me, as if I'm not around. I have been in this "transitional care unit" at a long-term facility for four months waiting for release to a group home that never seems to come. He has worked in Indian Railways for decades till when he retired in 1992. I always respected my residents and my private clients and demanded that everyone else did. If only I could come to you, I surely will. Lack of it is not conducive Im speechless and deeply moved. Touched by the poem? She then looked at my mom, cousin and other people around her and finally looked at me and said something to me with a pleased face before she passed away. 19. Glad you liked the poem. Somethings gone terribly wrong here,And the tunnel is getting quite hot.Guess I took that grumpy old coot act too far,So going to heaven I am not. No one does it like you, Jama. Were you touched by this poem? I too worked as a CNA for 15 plus years and then I choose to do private home health care. into good sense, you think I am waiting to die I sit beside the fire and think Thier , Mark J. Hume Wow. Please help yourself to some marble cake, dark chocolate pretzels, lemon, oat, and chocolate chip cookies, and of course, a warm cup of Orange Pekoe. I was shocked! 15. Comment * document.getElementById("comment").setAttribute( "id", "a3df304ca16aea585d5161f054c741f9" );document.getElementById("e218d56cc5").setAttribute( "id", "comment" ); Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment. Many, many years ago THANK YOU FOR THIS AMAZING POEM!! After all, it was a nursing home the Life Care Center in Kirkland, Washington that first warranted our serious concern about COVID-19s community spread in the U.S. back in late February. A Song for My Mother by Katherine Mansfield: This touching poem is a love letter from a daughter to her mother, full of appreciation for all she has done for her. I just love your poems - keep writing. And this is the story of Rose, my adopted grandparent and what her eyes seemed to be saying to the world. The best poems about old people. Thank you. My aging husband, who just turned 70 in October, still takes his grandsons out bowing and hunting ever year. Please help yourself to more refreshments . When I stumbled upon this lovely poem by Canadian poet Linda Crosfield recently, I couldnt help but view it through the lens of the pandemic. When old age arrives, we are often unprepared. May they be treated with dignity. Ireland. Dont think I need your chattering. Either way, take a few moments to share some poetry with your elders in honor of their golden status in life. Nothing is wrong with my sense of smell. They each This poem brought me to tears. What would I have doneIf it werent for you? And eat PIE. May they know the importance. When old age arrives, we are often unprepared. Encourage Your Elder's Faith and Spiritual Life 4. It is an excellent choice for such readings or performances. Everything about this post is precious. 4. They carry dolls about with them, mostly rag-dolls, I suppose so they can't injure . My mother was in a nursing home due to dementia during the last 6 yrs. Treat me with respect, the same I'd give to you. This right here is phenomenal. And accept the stark fact that nothing can last. Said the little boy, sometimes I drop my spoon. Until his life was taken by a gun. A bride soon at twenty -- my heart gives a leap, But it can also be one of the most rewarding and moving experiences that will stay with us for the rest of our lives. Choose happy and eat chocolate Suggested General Messages Wishing you weeks worth of smiles! connected like dots We tend to shut them away At forty, my young sons have grown and are gone, When a Nursing Home Must Be Considered 5. You can find some funny poems to senior citizens here. the sturdy cups of Orange Pekoe, What ever happened to courtesy? I am twenty one. If not for the roots your elders put down,None of this would have been conceivable.So thank them for their love and care,Because with these gifts, anythings achievable! Published by Family Friend Poems August 2015 with permission of the author. And Samantha Reynolds opening lines Its the last dance, and theyre saving it I do enjoy Linda Pastans poetry too. It reminds us that its never too late to start over or go after what you want, no matter how old you are. They are a person too. . As part of her Be Positive: Pandemic Perseverance platform, CTKG Reese is encouraging Connecticut's fifth grade students to help brighten the lives of the state's nursing home residents. The fabric so old, like tissue, You might also like to read: 40 Positive Alzheimers Quotes. So lovely, to touch hearts. A worker barges in my room, As if it's no big deal. To do this, CTKG Reese is asking for your help in creating Valentine's Day cards, paper decorations, or drawings to send to local nursing facilities. Poems and songs can help bring cheer in the most difficult of situations. Many of the women have become little girls again. STOP! Share your story! For my young are all rearing young of their own, Glad your rehab is behind you and that youre doing better. JUST KEEP IN MIND AND DON'T FORGET, THAT I'M A PERSON TOO. Confronting this reality is the beginning of a healthy relationship to life, aging and death. Blessed are they who (1), They have spent their Thank you for such a joyful visit. When you say in a loud voice, "I do wish you'd try!" Above all, never hesitate to thank the elderly for all the good things theyve done and the sacrifices theyve made. and beauty of their job. (WDRB) -- Just days ago, images of 80-year-old Carolyn Coulter were shared on social media, showing she had a black eye and other bruises after being in the care of a nursing home in . The poems we publish via ourUnicorn Bay Pressimprint are recommended for reading aloud in the category of poems calledSpoken Word. Touched by the poem? They also remind seniors to reflect on happy memories while also finding reasons to be grateful in the present. If not for Lindas poem, our paths might never have crossed. Of the mostly forgotten many at the end of the play, I am the hours No flowers. I do love the idea of treasure to be found and dancing with slow joy. This poem really hit home with me. . Reading or hearing poems that are familiar to most people can trigger memories, as poems learned as a child or in later school years. sits the tall, wooden worn out clock. No flowers. The "personal needs allowance" for elderly residents in Medicaid-funded nursing-home care remains $30 a month, same as it was 35 years ago, and some folks may be calling on lawmakers to . Must strain to hear the things they say. I spent a month and a half in a nursing/rehab/respite with wheelchair and walker parades to gatherings. Do not ask me to remember.Dont try to make me understand.Let me rest and know youre with me.Kiss my cheek and hold my hand. 10. Do not include glitter, confetti, or any embellishments that are not securely attached to the card. Maybe a few of these original poems will give you a giggle youll want to share with your friends. Do you think I'm just a vegetable, Laying here like a rock? Poems about Growing Old Aging is a natural process of life. Several other dates also had the same reaction. make it known Please convey my all appreciations to the poet for writing such a meaningful and purposeful poem. So I open your eyes, nurses, open and see, Not a crabby old woman, look closer, nurses see ME! So take the opportunity to listen whileYour elders are still with you here.Record their tales for future generationsSo they will know and hold them dear. And now and again my battered heart swells. Maybe one of these poems has touched your heart or even inspired you to write an original poem of your own. My bones are stiff and achy, I hear you say I'm contracted. Happy Birthday to Daisy! Published by Family Friend Poems December 2018 with permission of the author. I worked in a psychiatric hospital for 36 years, and I often thought about how my patients were often treated like they weren't even human. I traveled, married, and worked long hours until I lost my health. Work Poems My grand father is 80 years old. This is one of the finest poems I have ever read. It was frustrating for me to work with people who didn't care about the patients' feelings and seemed to forget that they were people just like us, with all the same needs. When I went searching for paintings featuring senior citizens, I was struck by how many of them pictured people walking away. Short comedy plays work best and so can poetry. to assemble in the great room for tea. Brothers and sisters, who love one another. I too worked as a CNA for 15 plus years and then I choose to do private home health care. Samantha Reynolds and her bentlily poetry project have been featured on national and international TV, print, podcasts, online, and radio profiles. Nursing homes have been in the news a lot lately. On a first read-through, it is alright and delightful to stop at the end of a verse for some discussion if the verse triggers a memory for the reader or another resident. 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