How life changes. I would've loved to hear your mom tell the story about her special day in 1952! At fifty once more, babies play round my knee, Again we know children, my loved one and me. These are the cards God dealt me, There's nothing I can do. They carry dolls about with them, mostly rag-dolls, I suppose so they can't injure . What are you thinking when you're looking at me? After the poignant poem and story/celebration of Daisy, I cant help but remember my dear grandmothers and great aunts who made my life special in ways it would take a book to write, Jama. 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. I do too, laughed the old man. Would you prefer to share this page with others by linking to it? Once more a session of the poetry writing workshop at the American Nursing Home on Avenue B near Fifth Street had begun. I always respected my residents and my private clients and demanded that everyone else did. as precious and having. I hope you will enjoy the poems aboutelder care I've selected to share with you. Now the poem is even more meaningful. P.S. The natural order becomes reversed. Now she returns with a tightly focused collection that never veers away from its subject matter: the inner-workings of a nursing home. 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? I may be sad, I may be blue. Glad you enjoyed the poems and art, Karen. Next time my light is on, come and see if I'm OK. Our favorite lines of poetry 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. But it can also be one of the most rewarding and moving experiences that will stay with us for the rest of our lives. If you are looking for poems about elderly in nursing homes, then you are at the right place. I'm a small child of ten with a father and mother, I'm so embarrassed, and ashamed, that I'm doing this at eighty. 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. (1), They have spent their Lord, make me an instrument of your peace. Too Long for those who Grieve. So open your eyes, nurses, open and see, Is that what you're thinking? connected like dots 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. Yes, we are thinking when looking at thee Very nicely described and also the way it became funny was absolutely fantastic. 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. All other content on this website is Copyright 2006-2023 FFP Inc. All rights reserved. Hope you know you're loved this Valentine's Day! I'm a retired nurse of thirty years, and would love to hear about your day. 'cause a lightning bolt had burned a giant hole down through that tree. 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 Age by Ralph Waldo Emerson: This poem looks at aging as natural and positive, full of wisdom and experience. For it is in giving that we receive; It is in pardoning that we are pardoned, and it is in dying that we are born to eternal life. The presenter doesnt need to be a trained presenter. Thank You for sharing this, sometimes we need a picture into anothers life to more appreciate ours. We collected the best and most funny senior citizen poems for church online. to assemble in the great room for tea. I spent a month and a half in a nursing/rehab/respite with wheelchair and walker parades to gatherings. Samantha Reynolds and her bentlily poetry project have been featured on national and international TV, print, podcasts, online, and radio profiles. I do love the idea of treasure to be found and dancing with slow joy. 'Twas a giant Oak with perfect limbs, under which two deer trails ran. The poems and paintings were beautiful. 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. Take her a cupcake and check out the full menu of poetic goodness being shared around the blogosphere this week. This poem brought me to tears. Now my mother is in the same place and she's turning 100 on June 3rd. Is it any wonder why residents prematurely die or end their lives by their own hands. by folk whose paths might not have crossed before. By Skinny fingers clawed in monstrous shapes, And those people most important a procession of chairs and walkers, How to Prosper as a Private Hire Caregiver. Touched by the poem? Lindas poem reminded me of another LindaLinda Pastan in its approach to the beauty of whats common. Published by Family Friend Poems July 2020 with permission of the author. 13. She has seven chapbooks: Ways to Get to Here; Generation Dance; Etiquette; Whats Best for Us; Rodeo Nights;Lost in Ptzcuaro and A Walk in the Mangrove. He doesn't show any signs of recognizing me or hearing me. Thank you so much. This is what my daughter wrote I am very proud of her, love daddy. Touched by the poem? I always respected my residents and my private clients and demanded that everyone else did. Samantha Reynolds is many things: entrepreneur, mother, wife, collector of great friends, and, yes, a poet. Thank you for such a joyful visit. Thanks for the nice comment! Glad you enjoyed the post and seeing the paintings. Senior citizen poems to make them smile and reminisce on the good old days. Gifts frowned on. When my tea was spilled at the table today. When I contacted Linda to ask for permission to share her poem, she provided a little backstory about it: I wrote Tea at Jubilee Manor when my aunt was living there. Samantha goes by the pen name bentlily to remind her of the purpose of her poetry. While you nibble and sip, enjoy this mini gallery of seniors and Samantha Reynoldss poem, as a way of honoring those weve lost, those weve found, and those weve yet to meet. Enter your email address to subscribe to this blog and receive notifications of new posts by email. Think of your familys eldersAs the roots of yourfamily tree.They created a strong foundationFor the fruits that were yet to be. I can feel the pain in every stanza. And your Summer of 69 current reading has caught my eye, might have to look for it. Dreaming that soon now a lover she'll meet. Off my soapbox now . I bet you are a wonderful nurse in addition to being a great poet. . Sometimes he loses control over his bladder and wets the bed. the celebration! Either each resident is given a copy of the whole poem, or the poem cut up into verse and one verse given to each resident. Who dribbles her food and makes no reply Entering your contribution is easy to do. Help us build the most popular collection of contemporary poetry on the internet! I bless the writer! The story goes that this poem was found among the personal belongings of an elderly man who died in a nursing home. Brown spots from years that she can't erase. Of the mostly forgotten many She died at 102 in 2012. I always respected my residents and my private clients and demanded that everyone else did. All you need is love. STOP! You inspire me to keep writing myself. Dad was playing cards with a woman and a man. - Henry Ford 2. They are autobiographical and speak of the experiences of the poets who wrote them. If you have a relative or friend who is elderly, then read on for a free printable poem for the elderly. Please help yourself to more refreshments . I watch my fake teethSwimming in a glass as theySilently judge me. Oh, look its 2:15! If you have a poem you've written and would like to share, please submit it in my invitation below. I always tried to make them feel special in every way that I could. Copy and paste it, adding a note of your own, into your blog, a Web page, forums, a blog comment, your Facebook account, or anywhere that someone would find this page valuable. world, is now the author of this simple, yet eloquent, poem traveling the world Im grateful to Linda for sharing her poem and about Daisy. Get short sermons for senior citizens, or even ideas for bite-size Bible studies, with these devotionals. View More. Life gives everyonechallenges, especially as they grow older, so why notjoke arounda bit and look for the humor in each situation as it comes? You can wrap a word in square brackets to make it appear bold. She took the pic and hugged it tightly as it was worth something to her. As I continued to read, I couldn't help it but shed a tear. Uncle Victor's senility seemed comic then. I saw on your blog that you recently read Michelle Obamas Becoming. 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. Our operating costs are covered by advertising, online store sales, participating providers, and senior care partners. I have tears in my eyes as I read your post, Jama! Has this poem touched me! 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 . The paintings and the poems, every one of them, touched my heart. I'm A Person Too by Dawn Mazzola - Family Friend Poems. Dawn Mazzola, I Still Matter By We're all clocks just trying to keep up with time, knowing full that in the end, time will win. Like a sack left on the shelf, Every afternoon at two-fifteen they come, 14. cookies and squares that break up a day, I see him cringing and feeling helpless. Many of the women have become little girls again. (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 . 16. See if one of these poems rings true with you. I wholeheartedly agree. I also pray for the caregivers. I have so many old and new memories this post evoked. So true, Patti. Poems can be used as a form Readers Theatre script. The number of elderly adults (over the age of 65 years) entering nursing homes is expected to increase in the upcoming decades. Everything about this post is precious. My face reveals my age. 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. Were all just walking each other home. ~ Ram Dass. They are a person too. Thank them now while you still have the opportunity. embroidered by , A Nurse's ReplyA Nurses reply - - by Liz Hogben Its a slow dance, led by invisible partners. You guided me when I needed help.You reprimanded me when I needed discipline.You comforted my heart when it was broken,You rejoiced with me when I found success.You were there for me in moments big and small. I hope that the ones taking care of her are really taking care of her. of her life. When an elder speaks to you, try to focus and listen,Theres often wisdom in those words that you just might be missing. We tend to shut them away This right here is phenomenal. Has long been left behind. Nursing homes have been in the news a lot lately. PLEASE REMEMBER I'M A PERSON TOO. It encourages us to look at all aspects of life with gratitude instead of regret or fear. This is one of the finest poems I have ever read. This poem has hit home. 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. 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. 4. 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. . Every single parent who ends up in a care facility desperately needs a son or daughter who is able to visit. Every day I think of her. Im confused beyond your concept.I am sad and sick and lost.All I know is that I need youTo be with me at all cost. 7. I remember the joys, I remember the pain, know my ways She's trapped inside the prison walls Blessed are they Blessed are they who understand My faltering step and shaking hand. The line, backs hunched against the unkindness of time, is just *chefs kiss* lovely. That falls upon the earth? My eyes are fine; they are just printing words small. The poems capture the dignity in old age. It's not easy being old, aging isn't fair. The poems we publish via our Unicorn Bay Press imprint are recommended for reading aloud in the category of poems called Spoken Word. Do not include food, candy, or other care package items with your cards. Famous poems give residents the opportunity to join in, if they can. This poem reminds me of my great grandmother when I was only 7 years old. This book-length collection of . As it turns out, though, there was a bright spot, a glimmer of hope. I'll tell you who I am as I sit here so still, 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. Dear Angie, 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. Ill have one of everything you can fit on my plate. Memories! Sung to the tune ofThe Sound of Silenceby Simon & Garfunkel. He has worked in Indian Railways for decades till when he retired in 1992. The best poems about old people. Happy Valentine day 4). This condition is a product of our culture that does everything it can to conceal the loss of youth. Mental Health. This is a remarkable poem. Here she is: Have you ever seen such a beautiful face, such a wonderful smile? If you dont know what to do with these free printable poems under 100 words, just print them and post them on your refrigerator! But inside this old carcass a young girl still dwells, Famous poems give residents the opportunity to join in, if they can. Hello BENGAY my old friend.You grease my joints and help them bend.And even though you smell like strong menthol,And waft around me as I walk the halls.Ill gladly suffer wrinkled noses and fanning hands,From my ancient friends.They all can kissMy BENGAY. A bout 10 years ago I participated in the local "Adopt a Grandparent Day" down at a local Old Folks home. BUT KEEP IN MIND AND DON'T FORGET, THAT I'M A PERSON TOO. Now this favorite spot of Daddy's was as unique as it could be, 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. Strangely enough, most of us live under the illusion that we and our loved ones will never become old. Too Swift for those who Fear, It was frustrating for me to work with people who didn't care about the patients' feelings and seemed to forget that they were people just like us, with all the same needs. THANK YOU FOR THIS AMAZING POEM!! Thanks for that link love those doorways to the imagination!! I just have to add though, that it saddens me that poetry about care is always reminding people/caregivers/nurses to be nicer. Senior citizen poems for church, love poem for seniors. Regardless of the origins, the contents of this poem will pull at the heartstrings of any caring nurse. All rights reserved. 12. I haven't got a clue. Its quality and content so impressed the staff that copies were made and And this is the story of Rose, my adopted grandparent and what her eyes seemed to be saying to the world. 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. One always lives in this Will I slowly wither like a leaf I enjoyed the cookiesand let those silly bears have all the liquor. Youve told that story twice today.. . Like Bridget, tears are running down my cheeks, remembering Mom and her cohorts, first in assisted living, and then at the nursing home. 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 went searching for paintings featuring senior citizens, I was struck by how many of them pictured people walking away. Mr Cornelius claims those bottles contained tea, not booze (like they do in the movies). into good sense, you think I am waiting to die Ireland. You might also like to read: 40 Inspirational Uplifting Dementia Quotes. Nothing is wrong with my sense of smell. The verses of the poem can be divided among the group of residents and different residents read a verse each. What do we see, you ask, what do we see? The term 'care' is used loosely. I am twenty one. The body, it crumbles, grace and vigor depart, Brothers and sisters, who love one another. Many, many years ago My mom (mother of 10!) I have waited quite a long time to get old. I look at the future, I shudder with dread. Oh, Jama. This article will share some beautiful poems perfect for elderly loved ones. All rights reserved. And I would give it to her. Share your story! Your mom deserves a huge gold medal! These caregiverexperienceshave prompted many to write poems about elder carerelating to those experiences. A bride soon at twenty -- my heart gives a leap, Poems About Elder Care Do Not Ask Me To Remember Do not ask me to remember. 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. If not every single day, as often as possible. Thank you for visiting "Poems about Elder Care.". I'm sorry that I messed the bed, I feel like such a baby. So read on to find out about twenty amazing and uplifting poems just for seniors! Those guys are adorable too. At forty, my young sons have grown and are gone, Published by Family Friend Poems February 2018 with permission of the author. When a Nursing Home Must Be Considered 5. I wrote this at Christmas. I can't turn it in for a refund, Cut a slim piece of card stock between 2 and 3 inches wide and about 9 inches long. I always asked myself how I would want someone to treat my parent if I could not be there. ~ Posted by permission of the author, copyright 2011, 2020 Linda Crosfield. Its a lighthearted look at aging and a reminder that we should always find happiness wherever we can. Caregivers Need to Care for Themselves as Well 3. You walked past my light, what am I to do? Encourage Your Elder's Faith and Spiritual Life 4. Share your story! 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. make it known Her when she was an adult and an unknown man standing beside her. Dont Quit by Edgar Albert Guest: This poem looks at the theme of not giving up, no matter how old you are or what difficulties youre facing. Theres much to be said, especially in tough, unpredictable times, about treating each slow dance as your last. Daisy is a beacon of hope and light this week. My heart to you is given, please do give yours to me. I said "Hi Dad!" and the woman jumped up, gave a loud screech and ran off. These are all delightful memory-jogging poems, each of an acceptable length for seniors to listen to without losing interest or focus. We think they make especially good decorations for elderly individuals in nursing homes looking for uplifting inspiration with some colorful imagery to adorn their walls! Warm greetings on the occasion of Valentine's Day. . 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. It is about one heart touching another. of meadow-flowers and butterflies A friend is what a heart needs all the time! 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 'Tis jest to make old age look like a fool. Who's that person standing there What would I have doneIf it werent for you? 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. Learn more about how we make money. Please, only submit poems that you have written. What a surprise to get to the end of your amazing post and discover I won the Ghinga book! This poem has touched me. And I think of the years and the love that I've known. Celebrations and beautiful moments of joy and happiness are what I wish for you on the occasion of Valentine's Day. Im loved, respected and not alone. Remember by Christina Rossetti: This beautiful poem looks back on a life well lived and urges the reader to remember all the good times, even as they get older. 2. Just a little knock. And now this little old Scottish lady, with nothing left to give to the With bathing and feeding, the long day to fill. 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. 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. At fifty once more, babies play round my knee, Its a reminder that every day is an opportunity to grow and learn something new. You can find some funny poems to senior citizens here. She would give me money to buy some traditional soft sweets that we could share. I'm sorry I couldn't hold it, I didn't know what to do. The latter method has the advantage of being less confusing. That used to be her mind. Let me rest and know you're with me. So finally I'd get the chance, to say what I want to say. Mom and her cohorts its good to hear of those cherished friendships forged in assisted living places/care homes, etc. I was asked by a member of staff why I came every day, when she 'didn't even know what day it was'. ListenSo you've heard the story several times before May they be treated with dignity. No information is available concerning her who she was or when she died. The bears love to celebrate! I Want To Go Home Take Me Home My father was locked in on an Alzheimer's unit of a nursing home. distributed to every nurse in the hospital. Makes a world of difference for keeping spirits up. Just think of how that must feel. After drinking a lot of tea you would think they wouldnt be so thirsty. Poems can offer a heartfelt way to honor the elderly and show your love and respect for them. She has been writing a poem every day since 2011 as a way to trick herself into being present to the little moments that would otherwise surely be missed. I felt it was a privilege to be able to do such work . I was 53, he 54 when the complications of Alzheimer's took him. Hope she can feel our virtual hugs and good wishes! The greatest thing in life is to keep your mind young. Choose happy and eat chocolate Suggested General Messages Wishing you weeks worth of smiles! Christmas edition of the News Magazine of the North Ireland Association for The line in Samantha Reynolds poem I am the standing ovation Will stop to chat for a little while. It begins the moment we are born. and many times don't receive. I worked in care for 8 years before moving to China. I volunteer at a hospital, so I work and see a lot of these patients. You know youve become a senior citizen when: You hear more fromthe AARPthan your own family.Your body makes more snaps, crackles, and pops than a bowl of Rice Krispies.Instead of tasting the Skittles rainbow, you swallow a rainbow of medications every day.Your refrigerator now contains more cans of Ensure than beer.You cant remember where you left your car keys, but then remember you no longer own a car. So I think I should try to enjoy it. (16). - Louis L. Mann 3. Share your story! And now and again my battered heart swells. Its the last dance, and theyre saving it The copyright of all poems on this website belong to the individual authors. A worker barges in my room, As if it's no big deal. . Goes to show that we all leave "SOME footprints in time".. An Old Lady's Poem I said to the young care worker. she may not appear to be living in your time; but she is living in her time.. A very moving poem which had me in tears as I typed. In addition to the senior citizen poems we have provided you with some humorous poems, which we hope will amuse you as well. It's really beautiful in its message, and I hope other people that read this learn from your insight into your patients. know my ears today I love it all, but especially the Reynolds poem. Until his life was taken by a gun. That is so lovely, Anna. Thanks. When an old lady died in the geriatric ward of a small hospital near Dundee, Yes I can see some advantagesTo this failing memory thing.As long as I can still play golfAnd it doesnt affect my swing. 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. Thanks for reading, Samantha. As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. JUST KEEP IN MIND AND DON'T FORGET, THAT I'M A PERSON TOO. She died at 102 in 2012. 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. You might also like to read: 40 Positive Alzheimers Quotes. Here I lie in bed again, Awaiting my next meal. It reminds us that its never too late to start over or go after what you want, no matter how old you are. It's not easy being old, aging isn't fair. Thank you for introducing me to two wonderful poets. 9. Check out this collection of funny poems for seniors. content of simpering, . Click the button and find the first one on your computer. Please convey my all appreciations to the poet for writing such a meaningful and purposeful poem. I'm including a wonderfully inspiringpoem by Linda Ellis called,The Dash. Do the majority of residents there have the virus? Do you have some pictures or graphics to add? Touched by the poem? Beautiful poems and paintings, Jama! 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