I clipped this from the chemo angel website and think it might just fit some members of this group who have extra cards on their hands and the time to commit to a great cause. My grandmother recently passed and after reading about this program I can see its benefit to seniors. I remember after her hospital stays, she would have to go to a nursing home for a short stay. While she was there, I could see first hand the loneliness on some of the other patients who didn't have family visiting them. Even those who did have family visiting enjoy the friendship of others. So if you like making greetiing cards and have extras, you may want to become a senior angel. Read the message I've clipped from this website:
(You can sign up a senior for the program or become a senior angel.)
For Seniors If you are a senior, or you know a lonely older person (65+) who lives in a nursing home, convalescent hospital, or who is homebound, please feel free to sign up for our service. If the application is accepted the senior will be "adopted" by one of our Angels who will send cards, cheerful notes, letters, and the occasional small gift on a weekly basis.
For Senior Angels If you would like to postally encourage an elderly person through chatty letters, friendly cards, uplifting notes, and an occasional small gift, we encourage you to sign up as a Senior Angel. Be aware... you are committing to someone who may come to rely on you. It is vitally important that you are 100% dedicated and able to follow through with this gift of love. This means sending your senior buddy at least one item a week.
Being a Senior Angel is a long-term commitment."