Yes! Seniors like to be treated at Halloween too. And senior living facilities love to host Trick or Treaters. This year while you’re selecting treats to give out at the door… and making sure the kids have the perfect costume… grab some treats for the seniors in your life.
If you don’t have an older neighbor or family member, check with a local church, community center, or nursing home for someone to “sponsor” at Halloween.
Some fun items you might include in a basket/bag for a senior are noted in this informative article: CLICK HERE
*Candy corn lip balm
*Small notepads and pens
*Playing cards
*Fun colored handkerchief
*Edible goodies that are safe for their diet (Poptarts, flavored applesauce, peanut butter crackers, microwavable lunch, nuts)
And make sure you schedule enough time for a visit with the senior when you drop off the treats. Spending time with seniors can be a valuable experience for all ages. The articles below outline things to be learned from visiting with seniors:
*Respect for elders
*A sense of self-identify
*A new skill, i.e. playing the piano or knitting
*Family or local history
ARTICLES:
https://grottonetwork.com/make-an-impact/volunteer/spending-time-with-the-elderly/
https://www.markmerrill.com/8-reasons-your-children-should-spend-time-with-the-elderly/
Halloween is a fun holiday. Make it fun for the seniors in your life this year!
Happy Halloween!
Susan Scholz, Partner
Golden Bridges