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“Too often we underestimate the power of a touch, a smile, a kind word, a listening ear, an honest compliment, or the smallest act of caring, all of which have the potential to turn a life around.”
Don't Be Discouraged. Here's How To Help During Coronavirus
Living in the new normal of the coronavirus pandemic can be a constant source of anxiety, but it's also created new opportunities for community and charitable giving. Even as millions of Americans have lost their jobs in the past few weeks, nonprofits are seeing a huge wave of interest in giving back. It's easy to feel discouraged and overwhelmed when so many people are struggling in all different ways. But there are ways to help, financially and otherwise. Here are four tips on giving back during the coronavirus pandemic:
KINDNESS
A sweet tale of kindness, from an Asian commercial (Thai Life Insurance).
A Tribute to nurses
Carolyn Jones spent five years interviewing, photographing and filming nurses across America, traveling to places dealing with some of the nation's biggest public health issues. She shares personal stories of unwavering dedication in this celebration of the everyday heroes who work at the front lines of health care.
Start Seeing Seniors
Many seniors today are isolated, lonely, and forgotten by their communities. Help us change that by sharing their inspiring life stories. Produced by Wish Of A Lifetime.
Sustaining Meaningful Relationships (TED)
Author Priya Parker shares tools for creating meaningful connections with friends, family and coworkers during the coronavirus pandemic -- and shows how we can take advantage of gatherings that are unique to this moment of social distancing. "We don't necessarily need to gather more," she says. "We need to gather better."
“Count your age by friends, not years. Count your life by smiles, not tears.”
AgingNext helps you age with confidence.
Our team of age-well experts will connect you to the best programs and services available in your community and guide you every step of the way. Get ready to live a happier and more fulfilling life. AgingNext Village is a group of older adults who have come together for the sole purpose of helping each other age at home happily, successfully and with confidence.
Value of Social Connections
“The most important thing in a community like this is having people around to support and engage you,” says Vonda. “Taking care of each other keeps you alive and healthy.”
“The closest thing to being cared for is to care for someone else.”