Senior Citizen Day (August 21, 2020) – Zoom meeting
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Date: Friday, July August 21, 2020, at 4.00 P.M.
- Musical interlude by Shibad family.
- Kraft demonstration by Kaushaliya Dayal.
- Cooking demonstration by Lata Surti.
- Surprise Dance performance from our fellow member.
- Funny video clips of seniors
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/5873516123?pwd=YTZLbTZqMjFkcEZ1bjNHQTE3bUp6Zz09
Meeting ID: 587 351 6123
Passcode: singing
6 Things to Do on Senior Citizens Day to Engage Your Family
- Encourage eye contact and physical touch. The simple presence of a friend or a hug from a family member can help raise cortisol levels and reduce stress. Even simple eye contact can help encourage feelings of connection.
- Set aside books, movies or games to enjoy with your senior loved ones. This gives an opportunity for families to share some of their favorite activities with one another.
- Start a family history project. Interviewing senior loved ones about their memories and experiences gives them an opportunity to share wisdom and advice. Plus it’s a great conversation starter.
- Skype with tech-savvy seniors. A 2014 report by Pew Research found that 6 in 10 seniors go online. That’s great news for families separated by geographic distance. Not only can we simply pick up the phone to talk to loved ones, we can also chat face to face with software like Skype or FaceTime.
- Make small talk. As noted above, researchers have found that even a brief interaction — a smile, a quick conversation — can cheer people up for the day. So your Skype chat or phone call doesn’t have to be lengthy to be meaningful.
- Practice random acts of kindness. Visit and talk with your loved ones even when they’re not expecting it. Drop in to their home or assisted living community for a chat. Bring a pack of cards. Take them out for a surprise lunch at a favorite restaurant.
- Each year, August 21 commemorates National Senior Citizens Day, a day that both honors senior citizens and raises awareness about issues seniors face. You can celebrate this holiday by spending time with a senior in your life, whether a loved one, a neighbor, or a new friend. Here, Sonoma caregivers share some of their favorite ways to celebrate.
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- Timezone: America/New_York
- Date: Aug 21 2020
- Time: 17:00 - 18:00
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