As I sit here at my computer desk eating my go to must have breakfast, Crunchy nut clusters, I can't but reach out to those who are stuck indoors feeling lonely. I wrote blog on one of my other sites on this subject (see link below):
https://everyonecanbuildacastle.com/2020/04/20/feeling-lonely-stop-self-sabotage/
We must remember the elderly who are stuck indoors with no family to visit them and can't get out, so how do we overcome this?
- There are befriending services which you can sign up for and join, and all you will be doing is visiting them as a friend
- If it is a neighbour or a relative, then why not offer to do their shopping for them. I did for my Nan when she was alive and couldn't go out as she was unwell, and would often pick up bits and bobs for her
- Why not cook them a meal like a shepherds Pie or lasagna, or what I used to do when I stayed at my Nan's, I would pick up some fish n chips, or we would take her (my mum and I) for Pie and Mash
- Why not do facetime if they have computer, or record a video for them to watch and smile at. This would be something that can be keep and passed down to the next generation
- Drop them an email or send then an ECard wishing them well and bestwishes
- Create them a scrapbook with loads of photos and postcards of passed holidays they have been on
- Arrange a meeting with them using sites such as Zoom, this is a great way to get in touch, and is just like facetime accept that you have to put in an ID number and password
- Make them a music CD of their favourite tracks for them to listen to
- Why not set up a Facebook or Whatsapp group if they have an android phone. That is how I keep up to date with school events and special days
- Create them a hamper with some real goodies and treats
Many thanks for reading,
Carrie X
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