Encourage a child to call a neighbor in addition to a long-distance grandparent. Remember a former teacher, co-worker, or pastor. When you see older adults working in groceries, pharmacies, or fast-food places, share a big smile to affirm them. Being and doing are also human needs.
Our work at the Detroit Area Agency on Aging helps older adults to Be, Belong and Do. For us, every day is a grand occasion to serve older adults. Today, let’s salute the resilience, adaptability, and productivity we learned from them. They’ve given us grand examples!
Remember, We Are Better and Stronger When We Are Together!