So far I like the pop culture references. Alora M. Knight, Poem About When A Loved One Has Alzheimer's, Inspirational Poems Published by Family Friend Poems September 2014 with permission of the author. It is about one heart touching another. Goes to show that we all leave "SOME footprints in time".. An Old Lady's Poem Beautiful poems and paintings, Jama! Makes a world of difference for keeping spirits up. Thanks to a post by JessieBelle, one of our AgingCare Caregiver Forum members, we recently came across one of these legends in the form of this poem. It encourages us to look at all aspects of life with gratitude instead of regret or fear. 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. your love in their hearts. As I stare up at the ceiling. What ever happened to courtesy? https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RopKTL3fnDk. I know he can hear because he jumps at loud noises. Mum's Green Light came on (as I called it) and she waxed lyrical about her wedding day. Thanks to all who commented on last weeks post featuring ILLUSIONS: Poetry & Art for the Young at Heart by Charles Ghigna and Chip Chigna. Have your grandma recite one of these funny poems for senior citizens, or a poem about elderly in nursing homes. Think of your familys eldersAs the roots of yourfamily tree.They created a strong foundationFor the fruits that were yet to be. I press my light to see a face, Or just for company. A worker barges in my room, As if it's no big deal. And I think of the years and the love that I've known. My favorite painting is Devotion. I love that Samanthas poem honors wisdom, and the tipsy bears crack me up. (WDRB) -- Just days ago, images of 80-year-old Carolyn Coulter were shared on social media, showing she had a black eye and other bruises after being in the care of a nursing home in . Its a reminder to appreciate every moment we have, no matter how brief it may be. What a surprise to get to the end of your amazing post and discover I won the Ghinga book! Then I pray, please Lord, take care of her for what else can I do? 10. Wow. Poems such as Dreams by Langston Hughes, The Tyger by William Blake, I Wandered Lonely as a Cloud by William Wordsworth. There are various accounts as to the origin of the following poem. When I Am Old I Shall Wear Purple by Jenny Joseph: This fun poem looks at all the things an old person can get away with that a young person couldnt, like wearing outrageous clothes and saying whatever they want. seem to know Just ask anyone who has experienced it and they will tell you that it is one of the hardest and most emotionally charged tasks one can undertake. These are the cards God dealt me, There's nothing I can do. I imagine your memories are a mixed bag of good days and bad days when you visited your mom. at the end of the play summarizes what I think of my mom. Inspirational Quotes For Elderly In Nursing Homes 1. Oh Jama, what a fun and poignant visit. Thank you for visiting "Poems about Elder Care.". and that way, winding. Im speechless and deeply moved. . As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. The True Meaning Of Life By Makes my blood boil. Anyone who keeps learning stays young. Thanks for joining the celebration, Kathy. Do you think I'm just a vegetable, Laying here like a rock? As an aide we are just looked over as if we are a "slave" to their every need. May they know the importance. I'll tell you who I am as I sit here so still, Published by Family Friend Poems March 2020 with permission of the author. We're all clocks just trying to keep up with time, knowing full that in the end, time will win. Im grateful to Linda for sharing her poem and about Daisy. by folk whose paths might not have crossed before. As always, stay safe, stay home and be well. I hope that the ones taking care of her are really taking care of her. Enter your email address to subscribe to this blog and receive notifications of new posts by email. the celebration! Thanks so much to the poets for giving permission to share their work. I love the way you used the words. Poems about Growing Old Aging is a natural process of life. - Louis L. Mann 3. Yet, we feel irritated at the drooling and weak-ears of the elderly. I took care of her as long as I was able; then was persuaded by the Authorities to entrust her to the Care professionals. Showing respect is a wonderful way to honor elders whether theyre family likea grandparent, aunt or uncle, or friends, or simply people you encounter in your daily life. know my ways Said the little old man, I do that too. Annoying to everyone,Stingiest person that ever lived,Some kind of jerk,Post-funeral celebration to be held at the union hall. She reflects on the changes shes witnessed over the years, both good and bad, and urges us to keep fighting for whats right. Every afternoon at two-fifteen they come, Have vanished now from sight. Readers Theatre is where participants read a play script, each actor takes a role and reads the lines of that character. The culture of caregiving is no exception. 11. A worker barges in my room, As if it's no big deal. Mental Health. The poems and paintings were beautiful. the sturdy cups of Orange Pekoe, A member of staff or willing community volunteer who is interested, has a good clear reading voice, and patience, will do just fine. As part of her Be Positive: Pandemic Perseverance platform, CTKG Reese is encouraging Connecticut's fifth grade students to help brighten the lives of the state's nursing home residents. Touched by the poem? Mom and her cohorts its good to hear of those cherished friendships forged in assisted living places/care homes, etc. The copyright of all poems on this website belong to the individual authors. Take her a cupcake and check out the full menu of poetic goodness being shared around the blogosphere this week. Sometimes read-aloud activities are lacking in nursing homes and assisted living facilities - however this can easily be changed. Take an entertaining look at daily senior life. No hugs. You might also like to read: 40 Inspirational Uplifting Dementia Quotes. Uncle Victor's senility seemed comic then. Dear Angie, Poems and songs can help bring cheer in the most difficult of situations. Senior citizen poems to make them smile and reminisce on the good old days. Sometimes he loses control over his bladder and wets the bed. (4). How life changes. I have been in this "transitional care unit" at a long-term facility for four months waiting for release to a group home that never seems to come. Dawn Mazzola, I Still Matter By Please listen very closely, oh don't try to ignore Life gives everyonechallenges, especially as they grow older, so why notjoke arounda bit and look for the humor in each situation as it comes? Anyone who keeps learning stays young. Share your story! Even as the world seems to be moving faster and faster around us, it is vital to take time to reflect on our past and appreciate the present. PLEASE REMEMBER I'M A PERSON TOO. Sadly, it won't be quite the celebration we'd always planned. I can feel the pain in every stanza. I have waited quite a long time to get old. No information is available concerning her who she was or when she died. 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. Do you have some pictures or graphics to add? I was shocked! If you have a medical issue or concern, please consult with your doctor or medical practitioner. They have such a hard job. Has long been left behind. I took care of the Elderly & was very proud of my work. Glad you enjoyed the post, Janice, and congratulations again (sent you an email)! Magic Mike LXXXV When the son of an 85 year-old resident of the East Neck Nursing Center in West Babylon, New York came to visit his mother one day, he was shocked to see that her commissary money had been converted into dollar bills. Remember this poem when you next meet an old person who you might brush I replied: ask her what happened in Feb 1952. Here I lie in bed again, Awaiting my next meal. Mr Cornelius says so. I admit I didn't know Shel Silverstein until I bought a couple of sheets of stamps with his name on each stamp and a silly little sketch of a cartoonish little girl. Little old me though that the world back then was black and white. And as for paying my taxes,Well that goes right out the door.Whos gonna come after a senile seniorWhose fixed income leaves him poor? I used to be a lively one, just like your pretty self. Maybe one of these poems has touched your heart or even inspired you to write an original poem of your own. I have so many old and new memories this post evoked. It was fueled not only by two poems I love, but also hearing about those (some elected officials), who feel older people should be sacrificed for the economy. But I'm well aware of everything, and also every sound. Poems such as " Dreams" by Langston Hughes, The Tyger by William Blake, I Wandered Lonely as a Cloud by William Wordsworth. Its a lighthearted look at aging and a reminder that we should always find happiness wherever we can. Such a moving post opening with that beautiful poem, introducing us to Daisy of the sunshiny smile, paying tribute to the elderly during these very troubled times with Samantha Reynolds poem (one of my faves) and all of those endearing portraits (which nearly had me in tears), and then throwing in a few tipsy bears at the end to make me laugh out loud. 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. of all that I have seen 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. Samantha Reynolds is many things: entrepreneur, mother, wife, collector of great friends, and, yes, a poet. These are all delightful memory-jogging poems, each of an acceptable length for seniors to listen to without losing interest or focus. I have waited quite a long time to get old, I saw on your blog that you recently read Michelle Obamas Becoming. (That last image of the bears made me whoop out loud and startle the birds.) Yes, you cant take your eyes off the bears for a minute! My sister has Power of Attorney and what she says goes. Published by Family Friend Poems October 2020 with permission of the author. I always respected my residents and my private clients and demanded that everyone else did. Here she is: Have you ever seen such a beautiful face, such a wonderful smile? Were all just walking each other home. ~ Ram Dass. Pretty little high heels, Blessed are they who Theres a light at theend of the tunnelThats what Ive heard everyone say.And I know Im supposed to go toward it,But Im being waved back the other way. To do this, CTKG Reese is asking for your help in creating Valentine's Day cards, paper decorations, or drawings to send to local nursing facilities. 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. (You can preview and edit on the next page). Too Long for those who Grieve. The copyright of all poems on this website belong to the individual authors. 13. Potato Head Kit, Wonder Bread, Sugar Pops and references to many other iconic foods advertised on TV. It reads simply but really packs a wallop, doesnt it? 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). But inside this old carcass a young girl still dwells, If you are looking for poems about elderly in nursing homes, then you are at the right place. These are the cards God dealt me, There's nothing I can do. Those who need to be taken care of for the first time have a hard time accepting that they need help. Entering your contribution is easy to do. She has seven chapbooks: Ways to Get to Here; Generation Dance; Etiquette; Whats Best for Us; Rodeo Nights;Lost in Ptzcuaro and A Walk in the Mangrove. 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. Please convey my all appreciations to the poet for writing such a meaningful and purposeful poem. All stories are moderated before being published. Cant see her in person. Still, its especially tough to be isolated and not be able to socialize with other residents or visitors. Common Mistakes: the word "i" should be capitalized, "u" is not a word, and "im" is spelled "I'm" or "I am". Dark days are upon me, my husband is dead; I look at the future, I shudder with dread. 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. Every word described my Mums stay in a Care Home.she passed recently. 9. Our favorite lines of poetry And they show no compassion I'm glad you have made this connection and can now better help patients in their helpless days because it hurts to be helpless. 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. . Those bears! Grandfathers, grandmothers, fathers, and mothers What do you see, nurses, what do you see? Its a reminder that we should cherish our memories and hold onto them tightly. View More. I am currently caring for and have two care givers looking after my 80 year old mother. The fabric so old, like tissue, Get the Poem of the Day delivered right to your phone! I am the standing ovation Uncertain of habit, with faraway eyes? It is strange! Thanks for the nice comment! 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. CORYDON, Ind. And accept the stark fact that nothing can last. Spirits up is a natural process of life by makes my blood.. 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