~ Posted by permission of the author, copyright 2011, 2020 Linda Crosfield. As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. No one does it like you, Jama. It begins the moment we are born. You can find some funny poems to senior citizens here. Said the little boy, sometimes I drop my spoon. So here I am, no family left, as loneliness weighs heavy on my chest. " The Old People's Home" by Evelyn Sharp: This short poem follows an elderly woman as she visits people in a nursing home for the first time. That falls upon the earth? I am a map After being on a library wait list for two years, I finally got to read it. Blessed are they who seem to know Who need me to guide and a secure happy home. We hope you enjoy it! Think of your familys eldersAs the roots of yourfamily tree.They created a strong foundationFor the fruits that were yet to be. I see the sadness in your eyes, Blessed are they who Oh my God! Remembering the vows that I promised to keep. look away Many nursing home residents spend a lot of time reading, so a Valentine bookmark may make someone smile well after the holiday ends. ), Michelle Kogan Art, Illustration, & Writing, An Easter Tale (Mr Cornelius and His Checkmates), Bob Dylan's 74th Birthday Celebration (with meatballs), Christmas Tea with Madeline, Anne and Eloise, Interview with Little House Actor Sidney Greenbush, Secret Garden: Yorkshire Culinary Delights, Three Course Celebration of Colin Firth's 54th Birthday, Two Recipes from The Tasha Tudor Family Cookbook, Two Susan Branch books + Potato Chip Cookies. The line, backs hunched against the unkindness of time, is just *chefs kiss* lovely. Dawn Mazzola, I Still Matter By My grandmother had dementia and she didn't respond to anyone. but me. What a surprise to get to the end of your amazing post and discover I won the Ghinga book! For my young are all rearing young of their own, There's stuff I had and did. And care for me in loving ways. I'm confused beyond your concept. The copyright of all poems on this website belong to the individual authors. 13. I hope that the ones taking care of her are really taking care of her. This will help lighten up their day and make them feel loved again by making them feel special. Famous poems give residents the opportunity to join in, if they can. Time is I wrote this at Christmas. Everything about this post is precious. My faltering step and shaking hand. She finds herself drawn to them and overwhelmed by their heartbreaking stories, and she vows to help them in any way she can from that moment forward. 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. Thank you for visiting "Poems about Elder Care.". Sidney celebrates all that comes with age, including wisdom, experience, and the joy of watching young people grow. Published by Family Friend Poems July 2008 with permission of the author. She couldn't talk or move much, but she was lively as I can remember. distributed to every nurse in the hospital. While you nibble and sip, enjoy this mini gallery of seniors and Samantha Reynoldss poem, as a way of honoring those weve lost, those weve found, and those weve yet to meet. holding their lips this world, is now the author of this simple, yet eloquent, poem traveling the world in summers that have been; Those things that meant the most to me I can remember when I wore you 1. This is one of the finest poems I have ever read. Senior Devotional Encouragement for the elderly is just a click away with these devotions for seniorswhether you're at home or in a nursing home. At a dull corporate event years ago, she noticed a lily that was bent over in a centerpiece of flowers. What do you see, nurses, what do you see? If you have a relative or friend who is elderly, then read on for a free printable poem for the elderly. The old lady's sole bequest to posterity has since appeared in the I imagine your memories are a mixed bag of good days and bad days when you visited your mom. Beautiful poems and paintings, Jama! These are the cards God dealt me, There's nothing I can do. Oh Jama, what a fun and poignant visit. Touched by the poem? Now that youve reach your golden years,I just want you to know I thank God for you.I will be there for you just likeYouve always been there for me. Just my thoughts. May they be treated with dignity. Do you have some pictures or graphics to add? the celebration! Inspirational Quotes For Elderly In Nursing Homes 1. cookies and squares that break up a day, May they know the importance. So I went. Required fields are marked *. 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% . Copy and paste it, adding a note of your own, into your blog, a Web page, forums, a blog comment, your Facebook account, or anywhere that someone would find this page valuable. When It's Time to Let Go The decision to move an aging loved one into a nursing home may be one of the most difficult you will ever make. Her website gives permission to link back toher website. When you see an elderly person sitting quietly alone in a park,Stop and strike up a conversation; your kindness will surely leave its mark. Where this is hatred, let me sow love; Where there is injury, pardon; Where there is doubt, faith; Where there is despair, hope; Where there is darkness, light And where there is sadness, joy. Here I lie in bed again, Awaiting my next meal. And what about my weekly card game?I just might forget that too,So Ill just wait Ill umWhat was I about to do? Goes to show that we all leave "SOME footprints in time".. An Old Lady's Poem . 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. Work Poems My eyes are fine; they are just printing words small. The Old Peoples Home by Evelyn Sharp: This short poem follows an elderly woman as she visits people in a nursing home for the first time. Dawn Mazzola Then open your eyes, nurse; you're not looking at me. Poems about Growing Old Aging is a natural process of life. - Henry Ford 2. Im loved, respected and not alone. When you say in a loud voice, "I do wish you'd try!" Still, its especially tough to be isolated and not be able to socialize with other residents or visitors. Its a slow dance, led by invisible partners. Now she returns with a tightly focused collection that never veers away from its subject matter: the inner-workings of a nursing home. 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). I'm a small child of ten with a father and mother, The body, it crumbles, grace and vigor depart, Has this poem touched me! 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. Visit bentlily for more. Oh Jama, youve done it again. 12. Click to share on Twitter (Opens in new window), Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window), Click to email a link to a friend (Opens in new window), Click to share on Tumblr (Opens in new window), Click to share on Pinterest (Opens in new window), Click to share on Reddit (Opens in new window), Click to share on LinkedIn (Opens in new window), Click to share on Skype (Opens in new window), Click to share on WhatsApp (Opens in new window), honoring our elderly with a pair of poems (+ a specialbirthday! at the end of the play summarizes what I think of my mom. JUST KEEP IN MIND AND DON'T FORGET, THAT I'M A PERSON TOO. What do we see, you ask, what do we see? 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. Dark days are upon me, my husband is dead; I look at the future, I shudder with dread. Sadly, it won't be quite the celebration we'd always planned. Brown spots from years that she can't erase. 'cause a lightning bolt had burned a giant hole down through that tree. I too worked as a CNA for 15 plus years and then I choose to do private home health care. She died at 102 in 2012. Thank you so much. Ill have one of everything you can fit on my plate. No hugs. Published by Family Friend Poems March 2020 with permission of the author. If you have another worker help, change me during rounds. The poems capture the dignity in old age. She studied creative writing at the Kootenay School of Arts in Nelson, BC. Thank you so much for writing this poem. They have had sorrow and they have had joy. And I would give it to her. A friend is what a heart needs all the time! I'll tell you who I am as I sit here so still, Anyone who keeps learning stays young. connected like dots As always, stay safe, stay home and be well. 5. She actually still lives at home alone though two of my sisters live very close and one is a nurse who checks on her daily. I'm A Person Too by Dawn Mazzola - Family Friend Poems. I always respected my residents and my private clients and demanded that everyone else did. No memorizing is needed and the play can be read several times, either with the same actors reading the same lines or changing actors to read different roles for second or third readings. A bit late but never mind. (That last image of the bears made me whoop out loud and startle the birds.) Brothers and sisters, who love one another. Late October by Stanley Kunitz: This poem celebrates the autumn season and all the beauty that comes with it and looks at the inevitability of time passing and things coming to an end. 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. I was shocked! Here she is: Have you ever seen such a beautiful face, such a wonderful smile? A lovely post, Jama thanks for sharing! 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.". When will they learn? Later, when Published by Family Friend Poems July 2020 with permission of the author. The natural order becomes reversed. Potato Head Kit, Wonder Bread, Sugar Pops and references to many other iconic foods advertised on TV. Anyone who stops learning is old, whether at 20 or 80. Do the majority of residents there have the virus? But my man's beside me to see I don't mourn. 18. But it takes a turn towards the end, warning that youth is fleeting and urging us to enjoy every moment while we still can. 16. Published by Family Friend Poems September 2014 with permission of the author. Here I lie in bed again, Awaiting my next meal. Please help yourself to more refreshments . Aging is a natural process of life. (1), They have spent their You inspire me to keep writing myself. I watch my fake teethSwimming in a glass as theySilently judge me. And this is the story of Rose, my adopted grandparent and what her eyes seemed to be saying to the world. Thanks. Lack of it is not conducive 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. That used to be her mind. A woman of thirty, my young now grown fast, Caring for the elderly can be a daunting task. No text to follow, no page marking needed. 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. I will lock them up together and throw away the key. content of simpering, When you see asenior citizentrying to open a heavy door,Hold it open yourself; dont let that senior struggle anymore. But we can send in one of those little airline-sized bottles of gin and some tonic and we will toast her over the fence on the day. The poems brought back memories of the time I spend visiting her. My face reveals my age. Next time my light is on, come and see if I'm OK. We may seem to be hard when we . Some poems are written by the elderly themselves while others are written by caregivers, whether family or professional. As I continued to read, I couldn't help it but shed a tear. He was a travelling salesman in women's wear, and still remembers how much he loved women. A baby bear bowl full of porridge in the morning with powdered sugar sprinkled on top. A very Happy Valentine's Day to you. 15. As it turns out, though, there was a bright spot, a glimmer of hope. Poetry is a powerful way to connect withsenior citizensand theelderly. Poems such as " Dreams" by Langston Hughes, The Tyger by William Blake, I Wandered Lonely as a Cloud by William Wordsworth. Raised in a rural community, most relatives and friends lived on farms. Many, many years ago embroidered by , A Nurse's ReplyA Nurses reply - - by Liz Hogben She would give me money to buy some traditional soft sweets that we could share. Warm greetings on the occasion of Valentine's Day. John Burningham (Mr Grumpys Outing, 1970). I can almost hear her crying out these words. My heart to you is given, please do give yours to me. Senior citizen poems for church, love poem for seniors. And now and again my battered heart swells. Famous poems give residents the opportunity to join in, if they can. These are all delightful memory-jogging poems, each of an acceptable length for seniors to listen to without losing interest or focus. I should have responded much sooner to your beautiful comment about my poem. Thanks for so much goodness. To Age by Ralph Waldo Emerson: This poem looks at aging as natural and positive, full of wisdom and experience. It narrates the helplessness of a patient lying in any hospital very truly. Youve reminded me to pull her book from my shelf to reread. I think of the years .all too few, gone too fast, So much loveliness in this post! This right here is phenomenal. Warm wishes on this beautiful day to you. That's why I loved you're poem. Is it any wonder why residents prematurely die or end their lives by their own hands. Pondering by Sara Teasdale: This poem is a meditation on aging, looking at the love of youth, the energy and vitality, and what it feels like to be old. (5). And I had just began to grow, 6. Thanks to all who commented on last weeks post featuring ILLUSIONS: Poetry & Art for the Young at Heart by Charles Ghigna and Chip Chigna. The resident did not have any close relatives or family and this poem was found by nurses as they boxed up his personal belongings. For the elderly who loved to read all their lives, listening to someone read to them can bring profound comfort and joy. So true, Patti. Enter your email address to subscribe to this blog and receive notifications of new posts by email. Its a lighthearted look at aging and a reminder to enjoy life. As a member of the Old Geezers Club, I pledge to: Be crotchety to everyone I meet,Tell everyone how much harder we had it back in my day,Give the stink eye to anyone with Kool-Aid colored hair,WatchGran Torinoat least once a week,Smell like mentholated oil at all times,Kick kids off my lawn and keep their balls,Never drive over 25 miles per hour, even on the highway,Wear a sweater even if its 90 degrees outside,Remind my son-in-law hes still not good enough for my daughter,Sit on my porch, drink a beer, and judge everyone that passes by,And shake my cane at my smart-mouthed grandkids. Would you like to meet Daisy? Poems can be used in the same way as a Readers Theatre play script in a senior residence setting. your love in their hearts. Please, only submit poems that you have written. It's not easy being old, aging isn't fair. Dementia is so hard on families. Thanks for climbing aboard todays roller coaster, Joyce. I love it all, but especially the Reynolds poem. I was 53, he 54 when the complications of Alzheimer's took him. Pale, translucent, paper thin. 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! 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. Get short sermons for senior citizens, or even ideas for bite-size Bible studies, with these devotionals. Hope you know you're loved this Valentine's Day! Gifts frowned on. It is most commonly described as a found in the possessions of an elderly woman who passed away in a nursing home. For it is in giving that we receive; It is in pardoning that we are pardoned, and it is in dying that we are born to eternal life. The Old Mans Comforts and How He Gained Them by Robert Southey: This humorous poem tells the story of an old man who is content in his later years because he has learned how to enjoy lifes simple pleasures. It aches my heart, but there is nothing I can do as I have no say in the matter. . The Lesson by Katherine Kay Gallerani: This uplifting poem celebrates all the lessons learned throughout an entire lifetime, including big and small ones and the ones we didnt even know we were learning. Learn more about how we make money. Living Treasures I press my light to see a face, Or just for company. You know youve become a senior citizen when: You hear more fromthe AARPthan your own family.Your body makes more snaps, crackles, and pops than a bowl of Rice Krispies.Instead of tasting the Skittles rainbow, you swallow a rainbow of medications every day.Your refrigerator now contains more cans of Ensure than beer.You cant remember where you left your car keys, but then remember you no longer own a car. Please listen very closely, oh don't try to ignore And shes given us a poet! Is that what you're thinking? Grandfathers, grandmothers, fathers, and mothers At fifty once more, babies play round my knee, Entering your contribution is easy to do. I said "Hi Dad!" and the woman jumped up, gave a loud screech and ran off. backs hunched against the unkindness of time, Yes, life in nursing homes and assisted living facilities are just so much harder, scarier, and riskier for all concerned. You guided me when I needed help.You reprimanded me when I needed discipline.You comforted my heart when it was broken,You rejoiced with me when I found success.You were there for me in moments big and small. Its a reminder to appreciate every moment we have, no matter how brief it may be. 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. Bound to each other with ties that should last. I'm sorry I couldn't hold it, I didn't know what to do. These blues are real and that's what makes them so depressing. It may help their caregiver make it through one more day. Published by Family Friend Poems February 2018 with permission of the author. Check out this collection of funny poems for seniors. ease the days and many times don't receive. I used to be a lively one, just like your pretty self. One day all of us are going to die. Blessed are they who I also pray for the caregivers. For someone just to look inside, and realize that I'm ME. You might also like to read: 40 Positive Alzheimers Quotes. I will. Brought me to tears. Include kind and uplifting messages, poems and drawings in your cards. I traveled, married, and worked long hours until I lost my health. Remember to include your full name as the author. STOP! 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 . 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. Im Old Enough to Think I Can by John Updike: This poem is a tribute to all the old people who refuse to give up on life and their dreams just because they are growing older. The occasion of Valentine's Day inspires us all to stay young and stay romantic in life. Becoming Your Loved One's Caregiver 2. with a cheery smile Here are some prime examples of serious senioritis. Would you prefer to share this page with others by linking to it? Purple veins strain against the skin. Glad your rehab is behind you and that youre doing better. Its a beautiful tribute to the special bond between mothers and children. At forty, my young sons have grown and are gone, But my man's beside me to see I don't mourn. Thanks for the nice comment! We think they make especially good decorations for elderly individuals in nursing homes looking for uplifting inspiration with some colorful imagery to adorn their walls! Hope she can feel our virtual hugs and good wishes! I wish that I was able, to communicate some way. Its quality and content so impressed the staff that copies were made and I cannot fault the care he receives in the royal hospital at Putney, the staff there are so caring. What ever happened to courtesy? It is about one heart touching another. Will stop to chat for a little while. But a little chocolate now and then doesn't hurt! (3). I went and opened her chest containing some old artifacts and took out the one picture that she would always see before she slept. When an old lady died in the geriatric ward of a small hospital near Dundee, I replied: ask her what happened in Feb 1952. 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. Daisy is a beacon of hope and light this week. I love everything about this post. Im grateful to Linda for sharing her poem and about Daisy. Senior Devotional I took care of her as long as I was able; then was persuaded by the Authorities to entrust her to the Care professionals. All stories are moderated before being published. Unless otherwise credited, all content copyright 2007-2023 Jama Rattigan. We had one child, our precious son. The name bentlily is a daily reminder to find joy by noticing the ordinary details of her life. Share your story! 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. Signs of wisdom won:Silvered hair, a wrinkled brow,And a peaceful soul. Samantha goes by the pen name bentlily to remind her of the purpose of her poetry. Not a crabby old woman; look closer see ME!! It hurt to think they could be there in what 20-30 years? Our favorite lines of poetry Make sure your happy messages are generic and nonreligious, for example "Warmest wishes" or . But it can also be one of the most rewarding and moving experiences that will stay with us for the rest of our lives. It is strange! Beautiful Poem. Some of them are dropped off and no one ever comes back. Poem About When A Loved One Has Alzheimer's, Funny Poem About Giving Up Things As You Age, Funny Poem About Not Getting Enough Sleep. (You can preview and edit on the next page). The lucky ones will live till they are venerable old men/women with grandchildren. My resounding answer was always with dignity, love, and compassion. It has seen its share of memories and pain, Happy Birthday to Daisy! Just type!Your submission will appear on a Web page exactly the way you enter it here. Remember this poem when you next meet an old person who you might brush 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. 20. To my overall wellbeing, Touched by the poem? When old age arrives, we are often unprepared. And I'm loving and living life over again. Dear Angie, I'M STILL HERE Wow! How life changes. I have waited quite a long time to get old. Who dribbles her food and makes no reply Sadly, it wont be quite the celebration wed always planned. I am rare. If not for Lindas poem, our paths might never have crossed. And those people most important My folks are in a nursing home, quarantined in their rooms, and have still somehow managed to contract covis-19 although they are asymptomatic, which is good, they have no way of chatting with the other residents or enjoying any visits, so I hope things are able to get back to normal by the end of the year. sits the tall, wooden worn out clock. Please click on my Home Page to go to other helpful links on Eldercare. Because one day we might be in the same place they are at now, so please be kind to everyone and show love! The awareness of that little detail perked her right upthe world around her came back into focus. I really hate to say it,But mymemorys starting to go.Im occasionally forgetting names,And other things I used to know. Here are 20 inspirational poems for the elderly to read and enjoy. I'm a retired nurse of thirty years, and would love to hear about your day. 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