A lovely post, Jama thanks for sharing! Profanity : Our optional filter replaced words with *** on this page . Blessed are they who These caregiverexperienceshave prompted many to write poems about elder carerelating to those experiences. seem to know She took the pic and hugged it tightly as it was worth something to her. Pretty little high heels, I too worked as a CNA for 15 plus years and then I choose to do private home health care. . I can see your slightly tipsy bears were a smashing good time Beautiful art too, I really liked Diane Fujimotos painting, such rich colors. Click to share on Twitter (Opens in new window), Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window), Click to email a link to a friend (Opens in new window), Click to share on Tumblr (Opens in new window), Click to share on Pinterest (Opens in new window), Click to share on Reddit (Opens in new window), Click to share on LinkedIn (Opens in new window), Click to share on Skype (Opens in new window), Click to share on WhatsApp (Opens in new window), honoring our elderly with a pair of poems (+ a specialbirthday! She studied creative writing at the Kootenay School of Arts in Nelson, BC. . She would give me money to buy some traditional soft sweets that we could share. This poem was found among the possessions of an elderly lady who died in the geriatric ward of a hospital. It narrates the helplessness of a patient lying in any hospital very truly. Christmas edition of the News Magazine of the North Ireland Association for acknowledgement for what they do. Blessed are they who Alora M. Knight, Poem About When A Loved One Has Alzheimer's, Inspirational Poems Published by Family Friend Poems July 2008 with permission of the author. STOP! The body, it crumbles, grace and vigor depart, So read on to find out about twenty amazing and uplifting poems just for seniors! And eat PIE. ease the days 'Twas a giant Oak with perfect limbs, under which two deer trails ran. So far I like the pop culture references. So take the opportunity to listen whileYour elders are still with you here.Record their tales for future generationsSo they will know and hold them dear. My sister has Power of Attorney and what she says goes. 'Tis jest to make old age look like a fool. at the end of the play summarizes what I think of my mom. For someone just to look inside, and realize that I'm ME. Makes my blood boil. They were sons & daughters, moms & pops too It reminds us to keep going and try our best, even if we fail sometimes. (4). I press my light to see a face, Or just for company. You have spent your whole life sharing and giving love. Living Treasures Just started Summer of 69 unusual writing style (my first Todd Strasser book). My mother was in a nursing home due to dementia during the last 6 yrs. Can't see her in person. At his prime as an exporter, his secretary fell for him. It is sad to say that some people do need this sort of reminding but the caring caregivers never get mentioned. Reading this poem was very heartfelt and personal. Beautiful Poem. The material on this site is for informational purposes only and is not a substitute for legal, financial, professional, or medical advice or diagnosis or treatment. Glad you liked the poem. Several other dates also had the same reaction. 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. This is about life altering experiences. For the elderly who loved to read all their lives, listening to someone read to them can bring profound comfort and joy. Take her a cupcake and check out the full menu of poetic goodness being shared around the blogosphere this week. Check out this collection of funny poems for seniors. Here I lie in bed again, Awaiting my next meal. If you are looking for free poems for seniors, or funny poems for elderly to share with your loved ones, this website is right for you. I sit beside the fire and think Mr Cornelius begs to differ. . Sung to the tune ofThe Sound of Silenceby Simon & Garfunkel. Bound to each other with ties that should last. Im also starting Elton Johns autobiography as well as Carly Simons new book. The old lady's sole bequest to posterity has since appeared in the Ill have one of everything you can fit on my plate. I must point her to this post so she can remember to celebrate those she works for. They have had sorrow and they have had joy. I Want To Go Home Take Me Home My father was locked in on an Alzheimer's unit of a nursing home. Wow! If you are interested in learning more about Elder Care, please click on Guide to Elder Care. The little boy whispered, I wet my pants. Poem about caring for elderly This poem may be helpful to put up in a care home bedroom or, with permission from the home, on the notice board. And this is the story of Rose, my adopted grandparent and what her eyes seemed to be saying to the world. (6). This poem has hit home. I see the sadness in your eyes, This is my walker.There are many like it, but this one is mine.I must cling to it as I walk through the retirement home.My walker, without me, becomes a place to hang my clothes.Without my walker, I will fall down. (That last image of the bears made me whoop out loud and startle the birds.) Im listening to myself. 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(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 . Who need me to guide and a secure happy home. Here are 20 inspirational poems for the elderly to read and enjoy. To My Old Age by Margaret Sidney: Written by an author who was 70 when she wrote it, this poem is a heartfelt tribute to growing old. This article will share some beautiful poems perfect for elderly loved ones. Pondering by Sara Teasdale: This poem is a meditation on aging, looking at the love of youth, the energy and vitality, and what it feels like to be old. It is strange! It is also for the caregivers who have given up part of their lives to care for an elder in need. I will remember to always stay kind to the patients and give them my time to keep them happy. in summers that have been; Those things that meant the most to me know my ways 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. Hanna. It encourages us to look at all aspects of life with gratitude instead of regret or fear. (20). It may help their caregiver make it through one more day. Caring for the elderly can be a daunting task. I do love the idea of treasure to be found and dancing with slow joy. Please help yourself to more refreshments . The bears love to celebrate! And your Summer of 69 current reading has caught my eye, might have to look for it. I enjoyed the cookiesand let those silly bears have all the liquor. With wrinkled skin and such gray hair? At twenty-five now, I have young of my own, Mental Health. The Hands of Strangers They each have had a lifetime of working and raising families. In a dusty, dark corner of a very old house, I cannot fault the care he receives in the royal hospital at Putney, the staff there are so caring. I will have to visit it again and again. Are no longer in my life. P.S. Just a little knock. They each Said the little boy, sometimes I drop my spoon. Touched by the poem? And I would give it to her. At forty, my young sons have grown and are gone, What happens to a person is less significant than what happens within him. Do you believe him? You inspire me to keep writing myself. a purple edging, and your initial And she would show me her picture when she was a young adult. Next time my light is on, come and see if I'm OK. Its a reminder that every day is an opportunity to grow and learn something new. Published by Family Friend Poems September 2014 with permission of the author. No text to follow, no page marking needed. Really, no kidding.I must use my walker carefully.I must aim it true and walk straighter than my roommateWho is trying to beat me to the crafts table.I must get there first and grab all the beads and plastic lace before she does. I went and opened her chest containing some old artifacts and took out the one picture that she would always see before she slept. Entering your contribution is easy to do. . We hope you enjoy it! No flowers. Loved it, of course. I spent a month and a half in a nursing/rehab/respite with wheelchair and walker parades to gatherings. 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. Reading or hearing poems that are familiar to most people can trigger memories, as poems learned as a child or in later school years. Potato Head Kit, Wonder Bread, Sugar Pops and references to many other iconic foods advertised on TV. 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). Most of these patients send beautiful words and blessings upon you when you do a simple act of kindness. make it known As a member of the Old Geezers Club, I pledge to: Be crotchety to everyone I meet,Tell everyone how much harder we had it back in my day,Give the stink eye to anyone with Kool-Aid colored hair,WatchGran Torinoat least once a week,Smell like mentholated oil at all times,Kick kids off my lawn and keep their balls,Never drive over 25 miles per hour, even on the highway,Wear a sweater even if its 90 degrees outside,Remind my son-in-law hes still not good enough for my daughter,Sit on my porch, drink a beer, and judge everyone that passes by,And shake my cane at my smart-mouthed grandkids. by folk whose paths might not have crossed before. The Old Lady Speaks by Margaret Atwood: This poem is from the perspective of an elderly woman who looks back on her life and all she has seen. I can remember when I wore you Just my thoughts. 14. Share your story! Its a reminder to appreciate every moment we have, no matter how brief it may be. (16). Advice to My Son by Patrick Kavanagh: This poem is a letter from a father to his son, giving him advice on living his life. And what about my weekly card game?I just might forget that too,So Ill just wait Ill umWhat was I about to do? O Divine Master, grant that I may not so much seek to be consoled as to console; to be understood as to understand; to be loved as to love. When I stumbled upon this lovely poem by Canadian poet Linda Crosfield recently, I couldnt help but view it through the lens of the pandemic. And those people most important She finds herself drawn to them and overwhelmed by their heartbreaking stories, and she vows to help them in any way she can from that moment forward. Do NOT submit poems here, instead go to the. is 92 and I hope she makes it to her 100th (and beyond!). 8. I bet you are a wonderful nurse in addition to being a great poet. Yes, you cant take your eyes off the bears for a minute! I wholeheartedly agree. It begins the moment we are born. Required fields are marked *. 15. The volume istwo collections of poems, packed with the sights, sounds and smells of America; poems that mention Girl Guides, Ty Cobb, American states, Elvis, many quintessential American foods: burgers, cotton candy, cheese, toys like Mr. Readers Theatre is where participants read a play script, each actor takes a role and reads the lines of that character. Said the little old man, I do that too. We may seem to be hard when we . I also pray for the caregivers. A crabby old woman, not very wise, Now this favorite spot of Daddy's was as unique as it could be, Choose happy and eat chocolate Suggested General Messages Wishing you weeks worth of smiles! Just as her heartening words suggest, we must follow the lead of our wise elders by rejoicing in simple pleasures and cherishing each moment as it comes, with gratitude that its been given. Share your story! and many times don't receive. Youre the first person Ive met who lived in a nursing home when she was a child you must have some pretty interesting perspectives about caregiving. And I think of the years and the love that I've known. I just use a walking stick to seem stately and tall. Lets show our elders we respect and honor all that theyve lived through.Dont forget that if were lucky, some day well be elders too. It was complicated, horrifying and exhausting. for every afternoon at two-fifteen. Blessed are they who I am sad and sick and lost. . " The Old People's Home" by Evelyn Sharp: This short poem follows an elderly woman as she visits people in a nursing home for the first time. Any information shared here is not medical advice. Poems about Growing Old Aging is a natural process of life. Poems can be used as a form Readers Theatre script. It aches my heart, but there is nothing I can do as I have no say in the matter. The Lesson by Katherine Kay Gallerani: This uplifting poem celebrates all the lessons learned throughout an entire lifetime, including big and small ones and the ones we didnt even know we were learning. Those who need to be taken care of for the first time have a hard time accepting that they need help. It's a nursing home in Nelson, BC. Raised in a rural community, most relatives and friends lived on farms. words exchanged, sometimes even heard, world, is now the author of this simple, yet eloquent, poem traveling the world I hear you talk with other patients, so please don't walk away. From celebrating life until its end to giving thanks for what time remains, these poems commemorate the elderly in all their glory and remind us that we are never too old to enjoy life. Is that what you see? I was 53, he 54 when the complications of Alzheimer's took him. The line in Samantha Reynolds poem I am the standing ovation No hugs. Think of all the history thats lostWhen a family elder passes.Those precious stories shared of oldCrumble into irretrievable ashes. They are autobiographical and speak of the experiences of the poets who wrote them. I was asked by a member of staff why I came every day, when she 'didn't even know what day it was'. Maybe a few of these original poems will give you a giggle youll want to share with your friends. I watch my fake teethSwimming in a glass as theySilently judge me. She died at 102 in 2012. 1. I love everything about this post. If not for Lindas poem, our paths might never have crossed. They have such a hard job. If not for the roots your elders put down,None of this would have been conceivable.So thank them for their love and care,Because with these gifts, anythings achievable! Share your story! I really needed to see that smiling face! I took care of her as long as I was able; then was persuaded by the Authorities to entrust her to the Care professionals. One day all of us are going to die. This is one of the finest poems I have ever read. Published by Family Friend Poems October 2020 with permission of the author. Again we know children, my loved one and me. Her writing has been published in Canada, New Zealand, the U.K. and the U.S.A. Some poems are written by the elderly themselves while others are written by caregivers, whether family or professional. Many, many years ago Touched by the poem? Famous poems give residents the opportunity to join in, if they can. Just remember that I need you,That the best of me is gone.Please dont fail to stand beside me, Love me til my life is done. She finds herself drawn to them and overwhelmed by their heartbreaking stories, and she vows to help them in any way she can from that moment forward. I'm sorry I may drool, and at times I even stare. Happy Valentine day 4). I know he can hear because he jumps at loud noises. But it takes a turn towards the end, warning that youth is fleeting and urging us to enjoy every moment while we still can. Its a nursing home in Nelson, BC. So lovely, to touch hearts. They should be cared for with dignity and respect just like it was your mom or dad being cared for. Published by Family Friend Poems July 2020 with permission of the author. He has worked in Indian Railways for decades till when he retired in 1992. KEEP IN MIND AND DON'T FORGET, THAT I'M A PERSON TOO. PLEASE REMEMBER I'M A PERSON TOO. of all that I have seen What's happening to your wondrous mind, Work Poems Dementia is so hard on families. Lord, make me an instrument of your peace. Its a reminder that we should cherish our memories and hold onto them tightly. Glad your rehab is behind you and that youre doing better. It reminds us that its never too late to start over or go after what you want, no matter how old you are. Im speechless and deeply moved. Have vanished now from sight. Please, only submit poems that you have written. My mom (mother of 10!) I know I can not talk, Or even joke around. And when I visit her, she really is a person too!!! The tale is said to be authored by an anonymous elderly gentleman, living in an Australian nursing home: 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. When a Nursing Home Must Be Considered 5. Do not include food, candy, or other care package items with your cards. The resident did not have any close relatives or family and this poem was found by nurses as they boxed up his personal belongings. Share your story! I volunteer at a hospital, so I work and see a lot of these patients. Amazing that shes still living at home at age 92. All other content on this website is Copyright 2006-2023 FFP Inc. All rights reserved. It urges us to reach out to our elders and help them with anything they need. The number of elderly adults (over the age of 65 years) entering nursing homes is expected to increase in the upcoming decades. See if one of these poems rings true with you. and beauty of their job. Do you have some pictures or graphics to add? Im Old Enough to Think I Can by John Updike: This poem is a tribute to all the old people who refuse to give up on life and their dreams just because they are growing older. 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. Let us visit again , Someone's caregiver ! Is that what you're thinking? 10. Nothing is wrong with my sense of smell. Theres that strong old trunkWhich branches in every direction,And leaves which represent family membersFor whom you hold affection. The Old Mans Comforts and How He Gained Them by Robert Southey: This humorous poem tells the story of an old man who is content in his later years because he has learned how to enjoy lifes simple pleasures. these wrinkles are imprints Do not lose your patience with me.Do not scold or curse or cry.I cant help the way Im acting.Cant be different though I try. Above all, never hesitate to thank the elderly for all the good things theyve done and the sacrifices theyve made. Signs of wisdom won:Silvered hair, a wrinkled brow,And a peaceful soul. I am twenty one. Thank you so much. Oh, the people shes met, the things and places shes seen, the love shes shared in 100 years! And then you continue looking for those darn keys.You confuse your pets names with your kids names.You have the number of your local pharmacy on speed dial.You recognize the person youre dating in an Old Masters painting at the art museum.You think you just got the hang of video chatting only to realize youre watching an old insurance commercial with Alex Trebek. If you have a medical issue or concern, please consult with your doctor or medical practitioner. 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. Oh Jama, what a fun and poignant visit. Time is by Internet. I needed a poem for my English class. I remember the joys, I remember the pain, THANK YOU FOR THIS AMAZING POEM!! No memorizing is needed and the play can be read several times, either with the same actors reading the same lines or changing actors to read different roles for second or third readings. 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