I know I can not talk, Or even joke around. Jama, what a roller coaster of emotions you created in this post. Yes I can see some advantagesTo this failing memory thing.As long as I can still play golfAnd it doesnt affect my swing. Poems such as " Dreams" by Langston Hughes, The Tyger by William Blake, I Wandered Lonely as a Cloud by William Wordsworth. How special to honor Daisy with this delectable spread and sensitive poems. The story goes that this poem was found among the personal belongings of an elderly man who died in a nursing home. If it moved you to write it, it may touch someone else's heart too. Has this poem touched me! In honor of Daisys birthday on Wednesday, weve set up a little afternoon tea. The occasion of Valentine's Day inspires us all to stay young and stay romantic in life. Here, I am sharing only those poems for which I have permission to post from the authors. 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. Theres that strong old trunkWhich branches in every direction,And leaves which represent family membersFor whom you hold affection. Living Treasures Dark days are upon me, my husband is dead; I will be 60 on my next birthday and it seems like years fly by like days. Poems such as " Dreams" by Langston Hughes, The Tyger by William Blake, I Wandered Lonely as a Cloud by William Wordsworth. Somethings gone terribly wrong here,And the tunnel is getting quite hot.Guess I took that grumpy old coot act too far,So going to heaven I am not. When I was a child, my home was a nursing home run by my parents. It's really beautiful in its message, and I hope other people that read this learn from your insight into your patients. Anyone who stops learning is old, whether at 20 or 80. When an elder speaks to you, try to focus and listen,Theres often wisdom in those words that you just might be missing. Were all just walking each other home. ~ Ram Dass. Life gives everyonechallenges, especially as they grow older, so why notjoke arounda bit and look for the humor in each situation as it comes? I replied: ask her what happened in Feb 1952. See if one of these poems rings true with you. It may help their caregiver make it through one more day. Share your story! THE POEM OF A CRABBY OLD MAN! I'm A Person Too by Dawn Mazzola - Family Friend Poems. Most of these patients send beautiful words and blessings upon you when you do a simple act of kindness. The greatest thing in life is to keep your mind young." -Henry Ford My belly hurts, I haven't pooped, I hope I'm not impacted. She died at 102 in 2012. Youre one of 10 children? Brothers and sisters, who love one another. The latter method has the advantage of being less confusing. He has worked in Indian Railways for decades till when he retired in 1992. So maybe death isnt a funny topic or is it? (5). and beauty of their job. at the end of the play, I am the hours 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. Then I pray, please Lord, take care of her for what else can I do? Were happy to announce that the lucky person whose name was randomly drawn is: The beautiful and talented Mary Lee Hahn is hosting the Roundup at A Year of Reading. Bible Verses About Protecting The Environment, Bible Verses About Protecting The Innocent, Bible Verses About Protecting The Vulnerable, Bible Verses About Pretending To Be Someone Else, Bible Verses About Proclaiming The Word Of God, Bible Verses About Praying For Lost Souls, Bible Verses About Premarital Relationships, Bible Verses About Practicing What You Preach, Bible Verses About Praising God In Hard Times, Bible Verses About Praising God With Music, Bible Verses About Poverty And Homelessness, Bible Verses About Power In The Name Of Jesus, Bible Verses About Practice Makes Perfect, Bible Verses About Plagues In The Last Days KJV, Bible Verses About Plagues In The Last Days, Bible Verses About Physical Pain And Healing. The poems we publish via our Unicorn Bay Press imprint are recommended for reading aloud in the category of poems called Spoken Word. I used to be a lively one, just like your pretty self. It urges us to reach out to our elders and help them with anything they need. Let me rest and know you're with me. Senior citizen poems to make them smile and reminisce on the good old days. For my young are all rearing young of their own, Youve reminded me to pull her book from my shelf to reread. KEEP IN MIND AND DON'T FORGET, THAT I'M A PERSON TOO. When will they learn? Once void of all its Autumn hues, understand Do you have some pictures or graphics to add? She looks back on her love for her late husband, who was a Confederate soldier, and how their relationship survived the Civil War. And those people most important My own father died in a care facility. Youve told that story twice today.. at the end of the play summarizes what I think of my mom. Published by Family Friend Poems September 2014 with permission of the author. look away nurses and their aids throw up their hands screeches and moans rolling eyes and amputees chains and bonds invisible around each neck nails each retiree to bed and floor's vomit crumbs of breakfast dancing on the aged beards nonstop ambulances with reeling red and blue bulbs no guests dare the trip inside barred by mind and smell We tend to shut them away the nurses were going through her meager possessions, they found this poem. Poems About Elder Care Do Not Ask Me To Remember Do not ask me to remember. I can see your slightly tipsy bears were a smashing good time Beautiful art too, I really liked Diane Fujimotos painting, such rich colors. Glad you enjoyed the poems and art, Karen. With bathing and feeding, the long day to fill. It is about one heart touching another. Said the little old man, I do that too. 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. Maybe one of these poems has touched your heart or even inspired you to write an original poem of your own. Sung to the tune ofThe Sound of Silenceby Simon & Garfunkel. Thanks for climbing aboard todays roller coaster, Joyce. She's trapped inside the prison walls Every afternoon at two-fifteen they come, Work Poems 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. Cancer took my husband, he had it in his bones. What do we see, you ask, what do we see? In the United States, the number of elderly adults over 65 is projected to grow from 47.8 million in 2015 to 87.9 million in 2050 as the Baby Boomer generation ages past 65 years. It begins the moment we are born. 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. Happy Birthday, Daisy!! My mother is in a nursing home. We tend to shut them away This poem brought me to tears. Famous poems give residents the opportunity to join in, if they can. If everyone showed a little compassion, I wouldn't feel this way. Potato Head Kit, Wonder Bread, Sugar Pops and references to many other iconic foods advertised on TV. May they know the importance. Like a sack left on the shelf, This will help lighten up their day and make them feel loved again by making them feel special. Now that youve reach your golden years,I just want you to know I thank God for you.I will be there for you just likeYouve always been there for me. Published by Family Friend Poems February 2018 with permission of the author. And I had just began to grow, And the art!!! I Want To Go Home Take Me Home My father was locked in on an Alzheimer's unit of a nursing home. The copyright of all poems on this website belong to the individual authors. Blessed are they who Then open your eyes, nurse; you're not looking at me. Your mom deserves a huge gold medal! Showing respect is a wonderful way to honor elders whether theyre family likea grandparent, aunt or uncle, or friends, or simply people you encounter in your daily life. Ill definitely look for more of their poems. Get short sermons for senior citizens, or even ideas for bite-size Bible studies, with these devotionals. Upload 1-4 Pictures or Graphics (optional). I hear you talk with other patients, so please don't walk away. The tale is said to be authored by an anonymous elderly gentleman, living in an Australian nursing home: Hope she can feel our virtual hugs and good wishes! All rights reserved. I have been associated with a 100 beds hospital for quite a long time. As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. I am the standing ovation to assemble in the great room for tea. Aging is a natural process of life. So here I am, no family left, as loneliness weighs heavy on my chest. of her life. Oh, the people shes met, the things and places shes seen, the love shes shared in 100 years! 12. 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. It aches my heart, but there is nothing I can do as I have no say in the matter. 'Tis jest to make old age look like a fool. 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. Great! It is important to remember that our lives still have a purpose as we age. But it takes a turn towards the end, warning that youth is fleeting and urging us to enjoy every moment while we still can. When It's Time to Let Go The decision to move an aging loved one into a nursing home may be one of the most difficult you will ever make. I wish that I was able, to communicate some way. 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. 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. ListenSo you've heard the story several times before Can You Get Disability If Youve Never Worked. I also pray for the caregivers. 9. Mom and her cohorts its good to hear of those cherished friendships forged in assisted living places/care homes, etc. But a little chocolate now and then doesn't hurt! And she would show me her picture when she was a young adult. Christmas edition of the News Magazine of the North Ireland Association for It's a nursing home in Nelson, BC. The natural order becomes reversed. Strangely enough, most of us live under the illusion that we and our loved ones will never become old. Glad you enjoyed the post, Janice, and congratulations again (sent you an email)! Uncle Victor's senility seemed comic then. Share it!Your contribution may help someone dealing with aging issues. Anyone who keeps learning stays young. as precious and having. This is a remarkable poem. I may be sad, I may be blue. 20. Blessed are they Blessed are they who understand My faltering step and shaking hand. a procession of chairs and walkers, Its a nursing home in Nelson, BC. Warning by Jenny Joseph: This poem starts lighthearted, looking at all the things an old person can do that a young person cant get away with. It was complicated, horrifying and exhausting. by Internet. Becoming Your Loved One's Caregiver 2. When I was just a kid, In a dusty, dark corner of a very old house, Think of your familys eldersAs the roots of yourfamily tree.They created a strong foundationFor the fruits that were yet to be. Little old me though that the world back then was black and white. 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. Have you seen these lovely old gents? Treat me with respect, the same I'd give to you. I have waited quite a long time to get old. I'm a small child of ten with a father and mother, Remember to include your full name as the author. 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. For the parents' well-being but also for the child to have the opportunity to keep eyes and ears on the staff and make sure Mom or Dad is being cared for properly. . Regardless of the origins, the contents of this poem will pull at the heartstrings of any caring nurse. A crabby old woman, not very wise, Required fields are marked *. 4. Poetry is a powerful way to connect withsenior citizensand theelderly. It is the dearest post and I love that you offer us a last laugh always! Dreaming that soon now a lover she'll meet. https://www.guide-to-elder-care.com/tmp/thumb_image.jpg, In The DrawerI found a folded handkerchief If not every single day, as often as possible. Those bears! Please, only submit poems that you have written. Linda Crosfieldlives in Ootischenia, at the confluence of the Columbia and Kootenay Rivers in South East British Columbia where she writes poetry and produces handmade books and chapbooks through her micro-press, Nose in Book Publishing. They each Said the little boy, sometimes I drop my spoon. A young girl of sixteen, with wings on her feet, You might also like to read: 40 Positive Alzheimers Quotes. Grandfathers, grandmothers, fathers, and mothers There are many poemsabout elder care and/or the elderly. of meadow-flowers and butterflies Here I lie in bed again, Awaiting my next meal. This poem was found among the possessions of an elderly lady who died in the geriatric ward of a hospital. When old age arrives, we are often unprepared. What ever happened to courtesy? She would give me money to buy some traditional soft sweets that we could share. with a cheery smile Who are you calling tipsy? Its a slow dance, led by invisible partners. The greatest thing in life is to keep your mind young. I see him cringing and feeling helpless. Very nicely described and also the way it became funny was absolutely fantastic. A very Happy Valentine's Day to you. Published by Family Friend Poems March 2020 with permission of the author. - Henry Ford 2. The poems span fifty years of American history and cultural landmarks that elderly Americans will remember, have associations with and opinions about. Thanks for the nice comment! Great! At a dull corporate event years ago, she noticed a lily that was bent over in a centerpiece of flowers. Bookmark Bunnies Make a Valentine's Day card that doubles as a bookmark. Ronald Doe, Meaningful Poems Samantha goes by the pen name bentlily to remind her of the purpose of her poetry. Confronting this reality is the beginning of a healthy relationship to life, aging and death. Later, when (16). Do NOT submit poems here, instead go to the. 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% . Glad your rehab is behind you and that youre doing better. But my man's beside me to see I don't mourn. After drinking a lot of tea you would think they wouldnt be so thirsty. And Samantha Reynolds opening lines Beautiful poems and paintings, Jama! The following positive quotes for the elderly show them that you care. The lucky ones will live till they are venerable old men/women with grandchildren. I will lock them up together and throw away the key. Please help yourself to some marble cake, dark chocolate pretzels, lemon, oat, and chocolate chip cookies, and of course, a warm cup of Orange Pekoe. I saw on your blog that you recently read Michelle Obamas Becoming. 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. I worked in care for 8 years before moving to China. Emerson urges us to embrace getting older instead of trying to fight it. I do enjoy Linda Pastans poetry too. What happens to a person is less significant than what happens within him. Yes, life in nursing homes and assisted living facilities are just so much harder, scarier, and riskier for all concerned. Happy Valentine day 4). Still, its especially tough to be isolated and not be able to socialize with other residents or visitors. Cant see her in person. All rights reserved. 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. If youre looking for more uplifting content, check out our other articles on positivity and motivation. I should have responded much sooner to your beautiful comment about my poem. I can remember when I wore you Enter your email address to subscribe to this blog and receive notifications of new posts by email. Of the mostly forgotten many Some poems are written by the elderly themselves while others are written by caregivers, whether family or professional. And accept the stark fact that nothing can last. Is that what you're thinking? Maybe a few of these original poems will give you a giggle youll want to share with your friends. Happy Valentine's Day! Sorry to hear that they tested positive for the virus, but what a blessing that they are asymptomatic. Late October by Stanley Kunitz: This poem celebrates the autumn season and all the beauty that comes with it and looks at the inevitability of time passing and things coming to an end. Gifts frowned on. (1), They have spent their And I'm loving and living life over again. I always tried to make them feel special in every way that I could. How to Prosper as a Private Hire Caregiver. Now that these poems have provided a little inspiration, take a crack at writing some silly senior poetry of your own. This poem has reminded me to take better care of them and show them much love, even though they can't say anything. I volunteer at a hospital, so I work and see a lot of these patients. Take her a cupcake and check out the full menu of poetic goodness being shared around the blogosphere this week. Reading or hearing poems that are familiar to most people can trigger memories, as poems learned as a child or in later school years. When you see me sitting quietly, I'm including a wonderfully inspiringpoem by Linda Ellis called,The Dash. And your Summer of 69 current reading has caught my eye, might have to look for it. the sturdy cups of Orange Pekoe, No text to follow, no page marking needed. keeping perfect time with a tick and a tock. Unless otherwise credited, all content copyright 2007-2023 Jama Rattigan. 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. She had lost her legs from above the knee down which made . Until his life was taken by a gun. My faltering step and shaking hand. Dawn Mazzola, I Still Matter By My name is Helen, and I'm all alone. Share your story! The woman that she used to be, Thank you. Those bottles contained tea. I think of the years .all too few, gone too fast, If you have written a poem about your caregiving experience, won't you share it with others. I was also astounded by the collection of lovely painting on you post and the poetry and bios. 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. Now my mother is in the same place and shes turning 100 on June 3rd. never say these wrinkles are imprints The name bentlily is a daily reminder to find joy by noticing the ordinary details of her life. Its a reminder to appreciate every moment we have, no matter how brief it may be. 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