Honouring Our Loved Ones in Aged Care, Retirement Living, and Disability Communities on Valentine's Day
Valentine's Day is a day for celebrating love, but for many in the aged care, retirement living and disability communities, it is also a time for celebrating hope and resilience.
For those living in aged care facilities, retirement living homes and with disabilities, Valentine's Day can be a reminder of the importance of companionship and support. In an environment where isolation is common, it can be difficult to find the courage and strength to continue to live a meaningful life despite the challenges they face.
These communities are often faced with difficult decisions, from managing their finances to making important medical decisions. Despite the difficult times, it is important to remember that there is still plenty of joy and love to be found. It is important for those in the aged care, retirement living and disability communities to seek out ways to connect with others and share their stories and experiences.
Valentine's Day is a great opportunity for those in the aged care, retirement living and disability communities to reach out to their family and friends. Whether it is through writing a letter, making a phone call or visiting in person, it is important to show your loved one that you are thinking of them and that you care.
Valentine's Day can also be a time for those in the aged care, retirement living and disability communities to celebrate the progress they have made in their lives. Whether it is mastering a new skill, overcoming a challenge or simply appreciating the little things in life, it is important to take time out to appreciate the gifts that life has given us.
For Valentine's Day, a heartwarming story of dedication and romance was exemplified when Mr Pratt, a Care home resident, recreated his first date with his wife of nearly 68 years. He attempted to take her to the Beach Ballroom in Aberdeen, the same place they used to go every Saturday during their early relationship. Source: https://www.independent.co.uk/life-style/love-sex/valentines-day-elderly-couple-care-home-love-dementia-dance-ballroom-aberdeen-a9335981.html
Valentine's day is a great opportunity to share your good news love stories with the world. We encourage everyone to share their stories on our social media pages, so that we can all join together in celebrating the resilience and hope of our aged care, retirement living and disability communities
This Valentine's Day, let's come together to celebrate the strength and resilience of those in the aged care, retirement living and disability communities. By showing our love and support, we can help create a world where everyone is seen, heard, and celebrated.