International Day of Older Persons: Ways to make the elderly feel special
From helping them clean to pampering them with a massage, here are great things you can do for the elderly people you love.
October 1 is International Day of Older Persons.
South Africa commemorates the day as part of a national Older Persons Week and Social Development Month.
The day is aimed at spreading awareness about the need for health provisions and social care for those aged 60 years and above.
The elderly are very vulnerable and can be neglected by society.
Let us look at ways you can make them feel special this International Day of Older Persons.
Check up on them
One of the things that elderly people value the most is spending time with their loved ones.
With life being so busy, sometimes elderly people can feel neglected by their families and loved ones, especially if they stay alone.
That is why it is important to spend quality time with them or to give them a call to assure them of your love for them.
This International Day of Older Persons is the perfect day to make them know they matter.
Pamper them with a massage
There are countless benefits of getting a massage. It helps with relaxation, it reduces muscle tension, and can improve blood circulation.
So, why not offer to massage the elderly people in your life or book them a day at the spa?
Give a heartfelt gift
Gifts go a long way, especially if it is something sentimental. Pamper the elderly in your life with a heartfelt gift that will make them feel important and loved.
READ: More elderly people are opting to stay in senior living communities due to COVID-19
Help with household chores
As people grow older, they might get tired quickly and struggle to do household chores. This International Day of Older Persons, volunteer to help some elderly person in your area or family with spring cleaning.
Cook them something delicious
What’s better than a delicious home-cooked meal? Spoil the elderly in your life with a nice, healthy meal.
Offer to do grocery shopping
Going shopping can be a mission and a half for the elderly. Have them send you a list of their grocery needs and do the shopping for them.
You can even volunteer to drop off their groceries monthly.
READ: Expert advice: 7 Ways to protect the emotional wellbeing of the elderly during COVID-19