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Our daughter visiting someone she loves. Background photo by Annie Spratt in Unsplash

Making Contact with Loved Ones: A Heartfelt Connection

Posted on February 1, 2025February 1, 2025 by seniajean

While having lunch and visiting with our friends at one of the senior centers we regularly attend, old Motown songs played in the background. I found myself singing along with Stevie Wonder’s hit from 1984, “I Just Called to Say I Love You”. It reminded me of the importance of connecting with our loved ones. As Valentine’s Day approaches, this song, with its simple message, serves as a lovely reminder to make contact with those we love, especially those living alone or in nursing homes.

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If possible, bring flowers instead of sending them.

Be the Valentine for your Loved-One with dementia

Posted on February 1, 2020February 5, 2020 by seniajean

Caring Makes a Difference
When a person has dementia, it means they are losing memories, not feelings. One of my favorite quotes from Maya Angelou is,
“I’ve learned that people will forget what you said, people will forget what you did, but people will never forget how you made them feel.”

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