Gifts to give any time

1                          Smile at people

it just might make their day.

2                          Give hugs

to everybody. 

3                           Call those who live alone.

            They just may need to hear another voice.  If family is near, they may be busy.  And if you                   say you’ll call, call.  They will be waiting for your phone call and it is a bit upsetting when                   you don’t call.  They hear from medical people all the time.  Hearing from friends can be the               best medicine for them.

4                           Open doors for people you see.       

They just might need the help.

5                           Tell someone you care for them.      

              People living alone can get depressed easily.  You might be able to change someone’s                         outlook.  If they’re a shut in, hearing you even like them can be the best medicine for them.

       6    Offer to help

              This might cost you some money for gas, but if family is near, they may be all busy with

               work.

7      Ask if they would like company.   

If you have some time, single folk, especially seniors, appreciate visits from friends or family.      

      8     Offer transportation to the store,

             to events, or to church.  There may not be anybody else to drive an older person to

            where they want or need to go.        

   9      Share a meal with them.  If possible, let the person pay for the meal.  It will help them

           feel good about themselves.

  10    Bring them a home cooked meal.

           Something you cooked yourself is always welcome, provided it is something they can or    

           will eat.