The holidays are a wonderful time to reconnect with our aging parents or grandparents. If it’s not possible to visit in person, reconnect using social media, video-chat, etc. It is important to have friendships and meaningful relationships with other people. If you can make it home for the holidays, reconnect with your elders through these activities:
- Plan to visit family and friends.
- Relive memories through photo albums together. Ask questions to elicit stories and relive memories.
- Create an heirloom that can be passed down to your kids.
- Interview them about their life. Ask questions about their childhood.
- Ask about family traditions and recipes.
- Utilize email, holiday cards, social media and video calls to keep in touch with family members and friends near and far.
- Get involved in social activities through local and faith-based organizations.
- Eat a balanced diet and go for a nice walk.
- Explore new hobbies.
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