My own father died in a care facility. Potato Head Kit, Wonder Bread, Sugar Pops and references to many other iconic foods advertised on TV. 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. 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. What ever happened to courtesy? I just use a walking stick to seem stately and tall. Here I lie in bed again, Awaiting my next meal. Youre one of 10 children? This is one of the finest poems I have ever read. If you are interested in learning more about Elder Care, please click on Guide to Elder Care. Were you touched by this poem? I may be sad, I may be blue. Every single parent who ends up in a care facility desperately needs a son or daughter who is able to visit. I also pray for the caregivers. I felt it was a privilege to be able to do such work . I can almost hear her crying out these words. I'M STILL HERE Oh and my tears morphed into tears of laughter with the final images of Mr Cornelius and his furry friends hitting the bottles. Dream of a Young Man by Emily Dickinson: This poem reflects on the joys and struggles of getting older, and it looks at the loneliness that many elderly people experience in old age. Oh Jama, what a fun and poignant visit. make it known Hope you know you're loved this Valentine's Day! I always asked myself how I would want someone to treat my parent if I could not be there. If you are looking for poems about elderly in nursing homes, then you are at the right place. Select it and click on the button to choose it. 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. The following positive quotes for the elderly show them that you care. Happy Valentine's Day! When you see an elderly person looking for a place to sit,Get up and offer your chair so he or she can sit in it. When an old lady died in the geriatric ward of a small hospital near Dundee, Published by Family Friend Poems December 2010 with permission of the author. Samantha Reynolds and her bentlily poetry project have been featured on national and international TV, print, podcasts, online, and radio profiles. PLEASE REMEMBER I'M A PERSON TOO. the celebration! Great! A woman of thirty, my young now grown fast, Your email address will not be published. Patricia A Fleming, Changing Places By Sidney celebrates all that comes with age, including wisdom, experience, and the joy of watching young people grow. Then open your eyes, nurse; you're not looking at me. When I went searching for paintings featuring senior citizens, I was struck by how many of them pictured people walking away. This poem was found among the possessions of an elderly lady who died in the geriatric ward of a hospital. I can see your slightly tipsy bears were a smashing good time Beautiful art too, I really liked Diane Fujimotos painting, such rich colors. If youre looking for more uplifting content, check out our other articles on positivity and motivation. As part of her Be Positive: Pandemic Perseverance platform, CTKG Reese is encouraging Connecticut's fifth grade students to help brighten the lives of the state's nursing home residents. This right here is phenomenal. So much loveliness in this post! Living Treasures Famous poems give residents the opportunity to join in, if they can. Ill definitely look for more of their poems. Do not include glitter, confetti, or any embellishments that are not securely attached to the card. Getting older may not be easy, but some funny poems about being a senior citizen can help youfind some humorin the situation. My folks are in a nursing home, quarantined in their rooms, and have still somehow managed to contract covis-19 although they are asymptomatic, which is good, they have no way of chatting with the other residents or enjoying any visits, so I hope things are able to get back to normal by the end of the year. I imagine your memories are a mixed bag of good days and bad days when you visited your mom. Its a nursing home in Nelson, BC. The awareness of that little detail perked her right upthe world around her came back into focus. She reflects on the changes shes witnessed over the years, both good and bad, and urges us to keep fighting for whats right. (That last image of the bears made me whoop out loud and startle the birds.) The body, it crumbles, grace and vigor depart, Theres that strong old trunkWhich branches in every direction,And leaves which represent family membersFor whom you hold affection. Many, many years ago The young help to care for the old. Happy birthday to Daisy! When I was a child, my home was a nursing home run by my parents. distributed to every nurse in the hospital. . Uncertain of habit, with faraway eyes? Tipsy? 'cause a lightning bolt had burned a giant hole down through that tree. They carry dolls about with them, mostly rag-dolls, I suppose so they can't injure . Glad you enjoyed the post and seeing the paintings. acknowledgement for what they do. , We send our best wishes for your good health, safety, and strength plus at least 100 virtual bear hugs from Mr Cornelius and the Alphabet Soup furry kitchen helpers . John Burningham (Mr Grumpys Outing, 1970). Skinny fingers clawed in monstrous shapes, Confronting this reality is the beginning of a healthy relationship to life, aging and death. as precious and having. CORYDON, Ind. Inspirational Quotes For Elderly In Nursing Homes 1. (4). The story goes that this poem was found among the personal belongings of an elderly man who died in a nursing home. Share your story! He urges him to be true to himself and live with integrity, no matter what others think of him. I'm now an old woman and nature is cruel; Poems can be used as a form Readers Theatre script. Once void of all its Autumn hues, Is that what you see? THANK YOU FOR THIS AMAZING POEM!! Youre entitled to seconds of everything. 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. your love in their hearts. Thanks. My grand father is 80 years old. This poem has hit home. She then looked at my mom, cousin and other people around her and finally looked at me and said something to me with a pleased face before she passed away. Although the hands of the elderly may not beSmooth, supple, and unblemished,They have a beauty all their own.Each line, each spot, each scarHas its own tale to tell.Some are tales of tragedy, others are tales of triumph,But they all combine to tell the unique storyOf that treasured persons life.So the next time youre with an elder,Gently take that persons hands within your own,And look with wonder at a life truly lived. Thanks for reading, Samantha. Blessed are they who know my ears today Must strain to hear the things they say. 18. The poems we publish via our Unicorn Bay Press imprint are recommended for reading aloud in the category of poems called Spoken Word. My face reveals my age. Its a slow dance, led by invisible partners. Did you spell check your submission? My eyes are dim and my answers slow. Glad you enjoyed the post, Janice, and congratulations again (sent you an email)! My belly hurts, I haven't pooped, I hope I'm not impacted. Published by Family Friend Poems July 2008 with permission of the author. I look at the future, I shudder with dread. Thanks for the nice comment! words exchanged, sometimes even heard, It loses all its worth. 14. Jama, what a roller coaster of emotions you created in this post. And your Summer of 69 current reading has caught my eye, might have to look for it. All rights reserved. My grandmother had dementia and she didn't respond to anyone. but me. Purple veins strain against the skin. This was a lovely poem, I thought of my husband when I read it, he has been in a vegative state for 10 years and I often wonder whether he knows what's going on around him. Dear Angie, 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. Who are you calling tipsy? Lenny LiannesABCs of Memory, is a collection of poems containing memories of 20th Century Americana, that will trigger memories in any elderly group. And shes given us a poet! Please don't talk about me, as if I'm not around. The bears love to celebrate! Include kind and uplifting messages, poems and drawings in your cards. 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. To my overall wellbeing, Either way, take a few moments to share some poetry with your elders in honor of their golden status in life. They also remind seniors to reflect on happy memories while also finding reasons to be grateful in the present. Too Long for those who Grieve. What happens to a person is less significant than what happens within him. Yes I can see some advantagesTo this failing memory thing.As long as I can still play golfAnd it doesnt affect my swing. And those people most important Poems are great scripts for spoken word performances and the length of the performance can be tailored to the attention span and capabilities of the listeners. BUT KEEP IN MIND AND DON'T FORGET, THAT I'M A PERSON TOO. Do not ask me to remember.Dont try to make me understand.Let me rest and know youre with me.Kiss my cheek and hold my hand. It is an excellent choice for such readings or performances. I volunteer at a hospital, so I work and see a lot of these patients. My sister works organizing ombudsmen who go into care homes and make sure all is well its a tough job just now. Like Bridget, tears are running down my cheeks, remembering Mom and her cohorts, first in assisted living, and then at the nursing home. I haven't got a clue. Let me rest and know you're with me. Click devo below to uplift your soul today! Beloved by everyone,Generous to a fault,One of a kind,Will be missed by all. Touched by the poem? I Spent 21 years as an CNA. That used to be her mind. Nursing homes have been in the news a lot lately. There is now a stone where I once had a heart. Share your story! Jama: What a gorgeous post! All other content on this website is Copyright 2006-2023 FFP Inc. All rights reserved. My mom was in a nursing home for 3 yrs. Thank you. Let these poems inspire you to reach out to your elders wherever you encounter them. I guess theres lots of symbolism there . "Anyone who stops learning is old, whether at 20 or 80. So maybe death isnt a funny topic or is it? Im grateful to Linda for sharing her poem and about Daisy. I said "Hi Dad!" and the woman jumped up, gave a loud screech and ran off. I was young and we had a connection but one day I heard the nurses talking about how pathetic she was for wetting her bed and not saying anything so I ran over and stomped on her foot. Dad was playing cards with a woman and a man. Not a crabby old woman; look closer see ME!! Thanks to a post by JessieBelle, one of our AgingCare Caregiver Forum members, we recently came across one of these legends in the form of this poem. I will have to visit it again and again. I sit beside the fire and think Caregivers Need to Care for Themselves as Well 3. EVERY life, regardless of age, is PRICELESS. Ireland. What are you thinking when you're looking at me? It was complicated, horrifying and exhausting. Glad your rehab is behind you and that youre doing better. My mother is in a nursing home. The greatest thing in life is to keep your mind young." -Henry Ford Some poems are written by the elderly themselves while others are written by caregivers, whether family or professional. Blessed are they who 16. Kiss my cheek and hold my hand. Please convey my all appreciations to the poet for writing such a meaningful and purposeful poem. Restful sleep has proved elusive. The Oldest Living Confederate Widow Tells All by Allan Gurganus: This poem tells the story of an elderly woman reflecting on her life and all she has seen. Have you seen these lovely old gents? Brown spots from years that she can't erase. It is also for the caregivers who have given up part of their lives to care for an elder in need. This section is devoted to those elderly who have submitted their lives to someone elses care and were affected enough to write a poemabout it. And now this little old Scottish lady, with nothing left to give to the A worker barges in my room, As if it's no big deal. Janice N. Harrington worked as a nursing home aide in college, and she drew on that experience to write "The Hands of Strangers: Poems from the Nursing Home.". But inside this old carcass a young girl still dwells, Blessed are they who Would you prefer to share this page with others by linking to it? ), Michelle Kogan Art, Illustration, & Writing, An Easter Tale (Mr Cornelius and His Checkmates), Bob Dylan's 74th Birthday Celebration (with meatballs), Christmas Tea with Madeline, Anne and Eloise, Interview with Little House Actor Sidney Greenbush, Secret Garden: Yorkshire Culinary Delights, Three Course Celebration of Colin Firth's 54th Birthday, Two Recipes from The Tasha Tudor Family Cookbook, Two Susan Branch books + Potato Chip Cookies. A bride soon at twenty -- my heart gives a leap, Warm greetings on the occasion of Valentine's Day. Share your story! Blessed are they who Grandfathers, grandmothers, fathers, and mothers the sturdy cups of Orange Pekoe, is 92 and I hope she makes it to her 100th (and beyond!). Many of the women have become little girls again. in summers that have been; Those things that meant the most to me My mother was in a nursing home due to dementia during the last 6 yrs. I have waited quite a long time to get old. Said the little boy, sometimes I drop my spoon. To do this, CTKG Reese is asking for your help in creating Valentine's Day cards, paper decorations, or drawings to send to local nursing facilities. FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. (AP) A Florida judge rejected a prosecutor's impassioned plea Monday, saying he would not reconsider his acquittal of a nursing home administrator in the overheating . 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. At forty, my young sons have grown and are gone, But my man's beside me to see I don't mourn. PLEASE REMEMBER I'M A PERSON TOO. Copyright 2020 Jama Rattigan of Jamas Alphabet Soup. 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. I will. We provide general wellness related information. But we can send in one of those little airline-sized bottles of gin and some tonic and we will toast her over the fence on the day. The groups are the brainchild of Liverpudlian charity The Reader, which first worked with a care home in 2006.In 2016-17 the organisation ran 514 shared reading groups around the country - 15% . Blessed are they who seem to know Share Your Story Here. The tale is said to be authored by an anonymous elderly gentleman, living in an Australian nursing home: https://www.guide-to-elder-care.com/tmp/thumb_image.jpg, In The DrawerI found a folded handkerchief Though I was sorry to hear Linda and her family wont be able to celebrate this landmark birthday in person, I was so relieved that her mom is okay and would indeed be observing a rare milestone next week. Touched by the poem? Thier , Mark J. Hume I replied: ask her what happened in Feb 1952. Out of all the caregivers I've worked with (and I've worked with many) only a handful could have done with reading this poem and others like it. Poetic Exchange Between a Patient and Nurse. to assemble in the great room for tea. On a first read-through, it is alright and delightful to stop at the end of a verse for some discussion if the verse triggers a memory for the reader or another resident. They were sons & daughters, moms & pops too into good sense, you think I am waiting to die seem to know 8, 9 In several states, the number of elderly adults is expected to at least triple . So you've heard the story several times beforePlease listen very closely, oh don't try to ignoreThey were sons & daughters, moms & pops tooTheir care and well being is now trusted to youThey once had full lives, raising families and suchThey worked and fought battles not asking for muchNow that they're older and as hard as they've triedThey can't do the things they once did with prideHelp them be happy, compassion always chooseRemember, all will eventually stand in their shoes. I traveled, married, and worked long hours until I lost my health. Your mom deserves a huge gold medal! Do not lose your patience with me. Late Fragment by Raymond Carver: Written by a man dying of cancer in his 50s, this poignant poem is a heartbreaking reminder that life can end, so its important to live every day to its fullest. ~ Posted by permission of the author, copyright 2011, 2020 Linda Crosfield. In a dusty, dark corner of a very old house, It hurt to think they could be there in what 20-30 years? a procession of chairs and walkers, I too worked as a CNA for 15 plus years and then I choose to do private home health care. It is most commonly described as a found in the possessions of an elderly woman who passed away in a nursing home. Poems for Grandparents Day 1 A Poem for Nurses Poems for Mother's Day 17 Remembering the clothesline Multicultural Poems Happy Nurses Day Poems 13 Silent Thoughts 9 Poems for Volunteers 2 Fun with Limericks - how to make your own 2 Spooky Poems for Halloween 2 Happy Poems to Share Mark Twain Sayings School Day Poems 7 Poems for September 2 I think of the years .all too few, gone too fast, And care for me in loving ways. All the pretty pictures of the few cared for by families in assisted living or ability to stay at home without much intervention are just that--pictures. I can remember when I wore you So true, Patti. They have such a hard job. I see the sadness in your eyes, One day my dad was hunting, from his favorite hunting stand; In a dusty, dark corner of a very old house. 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. This is about life altering experiences. I always respected my residents and my private clients and demanded that everyone else did. Work Poems Mr Cornelius says so. Include your name and permission for me to publish your poem on my website. If you have written a poem about your caregiving experience, won't you share it with others. These poems about aging are meant to help when someone has to deal with someone who is older than them and get the opportunity to celebrate the special moments throughout life. It conveys the message so realistically to all the nursing and other para-medical staff to be compassionate while looking after the patients under their care. Published by Family Friend Poems December 2018 with permission of the author. (You can preview and edit on the next page). these wrinkles are imprints -Subhash Bansal, Hi! Thank you so much for writing this poem. If only I could come to you, I surely will. So far I like the pop culture references. And I'm loving and living life over again. Life gives everyonechallenges, especially as they grow older, so why notjoke arounda bit and look for the humor in each situation as it comes? 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. Daisy is a beacon of hope and light this week. Our operating costs are covered by advertising, online store sales, participating providers, and senior care partners. look away There is one old man who is afflicted with bone cancer and who says, in high good humor, that his guarantees have run out. My bones are stiff and achy, I hear you say I'm contracted. It begins the moment we are born. My faltering step and shaking hand. Who's that person standing there My eyes are fine; they are just printing words small. Must strain to hear the things they say. And before her final breath, she called on to me by waving her hand to me and she tried to speak to me with a gibberish and weak voice, but somehow, I understood her. And as for paying my taxes,Well that goes right out the door.Whos gonna come after a senile seniorWhose fixed income leaves him poor? The poems we publish via ourUnicorn Bay Pressimprint are recommended for reading aloud in the category of poems calledSpoken Word. Senior citizen poems for church, love poem for seniors. I was tearing up at the last lines of Lindas poem, smiling at the crinkled lines of love in Daisys face, saddened again by the paintings of elders walking away, then laughing at the couple trying to figure out their computer! My bones are stiff and achy, I hear you say I'm contracted. So lovely, to touch hearts. At a dull corporate event years ago, she noticed a lily that was bent over in a centerpiece of flowers. It is sad to say that some people do need this sort of reminding but the caring caregivers never get mentioned. So read on to find out about twenty amazing and uplifting poems just for seniors! Lord, make me an instrument of your peace. For someone just to look inside, and realize that I'm ME. The latter method has the advantage of being less confusing. Now my mother is in the same place and she's turning 100 on June 3rd. The best poems about old people. About the Poem. Thanks for that link love those doorways to the imagination!! I'm sorry that I messed the bed, I feel like such a baby. Her work appears in several literary magazines and anthologies. Now this favorite spot of Daddy's was as unique as it could be, The line, backs hunched against the unkindness of time, is just *chefs kiss* lovely. And when I visit her, she really is a person too!!! These are all delightful memory-jogging poems, each of an acceptable length for seniors to listen to without losing interest or focus. What had been a tedious experience was suddenly a profoundly energizing moment. Were all just walking each other home. ~ Ram Dass. But it can also be one of the most rewarding and moving experiences that will stay with us for the rest of our lives. The Strongest Girl I Ever Knew By I do too, laughed the old man. Blessed are they who 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. Poems about Growing Old Aging is a natural process of life. Signs of wisdom won:Silvered hair, a wrinkled brow,And a peaceful soul. Now she returns with a tightly focused collection that never veers away from its subject matter: the inner-workings of a nursing home. I'm sorry I may drool, and at times I even stare. 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. Youve told that story twice today.. I watch my fake teethSwimming in a glass as theySilently judge me. Dementia is so hard on families. I'm sorry I couldn't hold it, I didn't know what to do. To Age by Ralph Waldo Emerson: This poem looks at aging as natural and positive, full of wisdom and experience. of all that I have seen She died at 102 in 2012. Share your story! This book-length collection of . content of simpering, If everyone showed a little compassion, I wouldn't feel this way. All other content on this website is Copyright 2006-2023 FFP Inc. All rights reserved. I hope that the ones taking care of her are really taking care of her. All stories are moderated before being published. Thanks so much to the poets for giving permission to share their work. Anyone who keeps learning stays young. 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. If not every single day, as often as possible. Here are some prime examples of serious senioritis. There are various accounts as to the origin of the following poem. Let us visit again , Living TreasuresLiving Treasures Then I pray, please Lord, take care of her for what else can I do? If you have a medical issue or concern, please consult with your doctor or medical practitioner. Its a reminder to appreciate every moment we have, no matter how brief it may be. Grandfathers, grandmothers, fathers, and mothers Its the last dance, and theyre saving it The resident did not have any close relatives or family and this poem was found by nurses as they boxed up his personal belongings. Yes, you cant take your eyes off the bears for a minute! Caring for the elderly can be a daunting task. As it turns out, though, there was a bright spot, a glimmer of hope. It may help their caregiver make it through one more day. I look in the mirror and see Once more a session of the poetry writing workshop at the American Nursing Home on Avenue B near Fifth Street had begun. Remember this poem when you next meet an old person who you might brush So open your eyes, nurses, open and see, Published by Family Friend Poems October 2019 with permission of the author. What makes Family Friend Poems collection of published poems special? Who seems not to notice the things that you do, We hope you enjoy it! And I would give it to her. Every word described my Mums stay in a Care Home.she passed recently. Every day I think of her. Touched by the poem? A stranger looking back at me. Great! Common Mistakes: the word "i" should be capitalized, "u" is not a word, and "im" is spelled "I'm" or "I am". You can find some funny poems to senior citizens here. Oh, look its 2:15! For my young are all rearing young of their own, You can wrap a word in square brackets to make it appear bold. Are no longer in my life. I hope you will enjoy the poems aboutelder care I've selected to share with you. For example [my poem] would show as my poem on the Web page containing your poem.TIP: Include your best thoughts in your first paragraph. I loved this. So I went. and many times don't receive. For my young are all rearing young of their own, I saw on your blog that you recently read Michelle Obamas Becoming. And they show no compassion I'm glad you have made this connection and can now better help patients in their helpless days because it hurts to be helpless. It's a nursing home in Nelson, BC. (5). Hope she can feel our virtual hugs and good wishes! There's stuff I had and did. Oh, the people shes met, the things and places shes seen, the love shes shared in 100 years! Her when she was an adult and an unknown man standing beside her. Churchgists.com covers prayers, spiritual meaning, bible verses and dreams interpretation. 13. Thanks for joining the celebration, Kathy. Has long been left behind. JUST KEEP IN MIND AND DON'T FORGET, THAT I'M A PERSON TOO. If you have another worker help, change me during rounds. It's not easy being old, aging isn't fair. She studied creative writing at the Kootenay School of Arts in Nelson, BC. The tea poem is exquisite Jama! The times that you are knowing Here she is: Have you ever seen such a beautiful face, such a wonderful smile? When you see an elder anxiously trying to cross a busy road,Help him or her across; youve no idea of the gift youve bestowed. ListenSo you've heard the story several times before Sorry to hear that they tested positive for the virus, but what a blessing that they are asymptomatic. They are autobiographical and speak of the experiences of the poets who wrote them. No text to follow, no page marking needed. The number of elderly adults (over the age of 65 years) entering nursing homes is expected to increase in the upcoming decades. more by Dawn Mazzola. I'm so embarrassed, and ashamed, that I'm doing this at eighty. But I'm well aware of everything, and also every sound. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RopKTL3fnDk. of her life. Her website gives permission to link back toher website. Reading this poem was very heartfelt and personal. Many nursing home residents spend a lot of time reading, so a Valentine bookmark may make someone smile well after the holiday ends. The Elderly Lady by Edwin Arlington Robinson: This poem looks at the struggles facing an elderly lady who has lost her loved ones and struggles with dementia but still finds hope in the present moment and herself. 'Twas a giant Oak with perfect limbs, under which two deer trails ran. Every afternoon at two-fifteen they come, Those bears! 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