Don't forget about our Seniors.

Are we simply too busy to check in on someone that may live close to us whose age ranges from about 75 to 150 years old? There are a large number of folks in their late 80's, early 90's who still live independently in the neighborhoods they have resided in most of their life. The challenge is that our transient, fast paced world keeps us so focused on our own lives, we forget or don't think at all about checking on Seniors in our neighborhoods. So many of us don't even know who our neighbors are.

Meet John and Mary Stevens, they have lived in their home for 50 years and just celebrated their 60th wedding anniversary. Most of their friends by now have preceded them in death. They have lost 2 of their 4 children. The 2 children still living reside in others states. Because Mary's health has been failing the past 5 years, John cares for her. He is devoted to her and will fulfill the promise he made to her 60 years ago..."in sickness and in health...til death do us part." He would not dream of letting anyone else care for her. They used to attend a local church and had been members there 50 years, but due to her health, he doesn't leave her alone. The neighborhood has become transient with folks moving in and out, they just keep to themselves. No one visits regularly, they feel abandoned. They definitely do not want to impose on anyone. John's health is now failing also, he has forsaken his own health to care for his wife.

This is just one small example of what is happening in our culture today. What can be done to help those elders in our areas so that they do not get to the point of helplessness? What about those that have lost a spouse and are all alone? Who checks on them? If you know of someone who you feel may need assistance, please drop in periodically to see if they need anything or are OK.  We simply cannot not offer our help to those that may not ever want to ask for it. Seniors are in their "Golden" years and should be treated like it...Gold. Be on the lookout for Seniors in your area and make it a point to check in on them. Besides...you'll be a Senior yourself someday.

Make it a wonderful week...

Barb