Your email address will not be published. I just have to add though, that it saddens me that poetry about care is always reminding people/caregivers/nurses to be nicer. To receive credit as the author, enter your information below. My sister works organizing ombudsmen who go into care homes and make sure all is well its a tough job just now. Oh, Jama. Jama, what a roller coaster of emotions you created in this post. My mother is in a nursing home. know my ears today Any information shared here is not medical advice. Restful sleep has proved elusive. Its a lighthearted look at aging and a reminder that we should always find happiness wherever we can. Do not ask me to remember.Dont try to make me understand.Let me rest and know youre with me.Kiss my cheek and hold my hand. Touched by the poem? Were all just walking each other home. ~ Ram Dass. Thank you for such a joyful visit. So I open your eyes, nurses, open and see, Not a crabby old woman, look closer, nurses see ME! these wrinkles are imprints Linda Crosfieldlives in Ootischenia, at the confluence of the Columbia and Kootenay Rivers in South East British Columbia where she writes poetry and produces handmade books and chapbooks through her micro-press, Nose in Book Publishing. by folk whose paths might not have crossed before. Learn more about how we make money. I am a map Kiss my cheek and hold my hand. Blessed are they who A worker barges in my room, As if it's no big deal. I just use a walking stick to seem stately and tall. And thank you, Linda, for sharing your poem and mom with us this week!! After all, it was a nursing home the Life Care Center in Kirkland, Washington that first warranted our serious concern about COVID-19s community spread in the U.S. back in late February. And I surely don't want to destroy it. This is about life altering experiences. Do not lose your patience with me. Yet, we feel irritated at the drooling and weak-ears of the elderly. The poems we publish via our Unicorn Bay Press imprint are recommended for reading aloud in the category of poems called Spoken Word. Not to be forgotten, devalued, discounted or sacrificed, but revered, respected and treasured. Dont think I need your chattering. Some of them are dropped off and no one ever comes back. I Want To Go Home Take Me Home My father was locked in on an Alzheimer's unit of a nursing home. He was overdosed on morphine. I have waited quite a long time to get old. Who dribbles her food and makes no reply All rights reserved. Above all, never hesitate to thank the elderly for all the good things theyve done and the sacrifices theyve made. Celebrations and beautiful moments of joy and happiness are what I wish for you on the occasion of Valentine's Day. Common Mistakes: the word "i" should be capitalized, "u" is not a word, and "im" is spelled "I'm" or "I am". Please convey my all appreciations to the poet for writing such a meaningful and purposeful poem. But my man's beside me to see I don't mourn. Daisy is a beacon of hope and light this week. Once void of all its Autumn hues, I volunteer at a hospital, so I work and see a lot of these patients. Think of all the history thats lostWhen a family elder passes.Those precious stories shared of oldCrumble into irretrievable ashes. You can wrap a word in square brackets to make it appear bold. If you have written a poem about your caregiving experience, won't you share it with others. Share your story! As long as you love me, as long as you care, I will stay by your side be your companion, your friend and guide Valentines Day Messages for Senior Citizens 5). See if one of these poems rings true with you. 1. It begins the moment we are born. Thank you so much. Too Slow for those who Wait, You have spent your whole life sharing and giving love. It is strange! Poems about Growing Old Aging is a natural process of life. What are you thinking when you're looking at me? . Little old me though that the world back then was black and white. Entering your contribution is easy to do. Now the poem is even more meaningful. In any case, I find the stories and memories elderly people share truly delightful. Happy Birthday to Daisy! Just ask anyone who has experienced it and they will tell you that it is one of the hardest and most emotionally charged tasks one can undertake. They have had sorrow and they have had joy. A lovely post, Jama thanks for sharing! Annoying to everyone,Stingiest person that ever lived,Some kind of jerk,Post-funeral celebration to be held at the union hall. This article will share some beautiful poems perfect for elderly loved ones. What makes Family Friend Poems collection of published poems special? My eyes are dim and my answers slow. Have vanished now from sight. Gifts frowned on. I'm so embarrassed, and ashamed, that I'm doing this at eighty. We tend to shut them away Loved it, of course. These poems about aging are meant to help when someone has to deal with someone who is older than them and get the opportunity to celebrate the special moments throughout life. No one does it like you, Jama. If you are looking for poems about elderly in nursing homes, then you are at the right place. My bones are stiff and achy, I hear you say I'm contracted. at the end of the play, I am the hours Beautiful poems and paintings, Jama! I was also astounded by the collection of lovely painting on you post and the poetry and bios. Don't try to make me understand. I always respected my residents and my private clients and demanded that everyone else did. content of simpering, I know I can not talk, Or even joke around. I see the helplessness on his countenance. If it moved you to write it, it may touch someone else's heart too. This poem brought me to tears. Published by Family Friend Poems September 2014 with permission of the author. Too Long for those who Grieve. Let these poems inspire you to reach out to your elders wherever you encounter them. What a surprise to get to the end of your amazing post and discover I won the Ghinga book! Only A CNA? Sometimes read-aloud activities are lacking in nursing homes and assisted living facilities - however this can easily be changed. When a Nursing Home Must Be Considered 5. Include your name and permission for me to publish your poem on my website. When an elder speaks to you, try to focus and listen,Theres often wisdom in those words that you just might be missing. I am the standing ovation Click here to upload more images (optional). distributed to every nurse in the hospital. 2. Jama: What a gorgeous post! And I'm loving and living life over again. Because one day we might be in the same place they are at now, so please be kind to everyone and show love! I'm a small child of ten with a father and mother, I always asked myself how I would want someone to treat my parent if I could not be there. The groups are the brainchild of Liverpudlian charity The Reader, which first worked with a care home in 2006.In 2016-17 the organisation ran 514 shared reading groups around the country - 15% . The Strongest Girl I Ever Knew By 'Tis jest to make old age look like a fool. Did you spell check your submission? I am rare. Please, only submit poems that you have written. Alora M. Knight, Poem About When A Loved One Has Alzheimer's, Inspirational Poems Here I lie in bed again, Awaiting my next meal. 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! Just think of how that must feel. Off my soapbox now . I look at the future, I shudder with dread. The little boy whispered, I wet my pants. The Old Lady Speaks by Margaret Atwood: This poem is from the perspective of an elderly woman who looks back on her life and all she has seen. Janice N. Harrington's debut collection, Even the Hollow My Body Made Is Gone, won the A. Poulin, Jr. Poetry Prize Contest and the Kate Tufts Discovery Award. Theres that strong old trunkWhich branches in every direction,And leaves which represent family membersFor whom you hold affection. Blessed are they who We're all clocks just trying to keep up with time, knowing full that in the end, time will win. Let us visit again , Living TreasuresLiving Treasures Entering your contribution is easy to do. 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. It aches my heart, but there is nothing I can do as I have no say in the matter. The poems and paintings were beautiful. The Oldest Living Confederate Widow Tells All by Allan Gurganus: This poem tells the story of an elderly woman reflecting on her life and all she has seen. You can find some funny poems to senior citizens here. For my young are all rearing young of their own, Blessed are they who I dreamt I died and went to heaven,And the angels all gave me a nod,Then I met my maker and realized its true,I really am older than God! The natural order becomes reversed. We learned that the elderly were the most vulnerable, and that many residents as well as caregivers had been lost or were fighting for their lives across the country. Every word described my Mums stay in a Care Home.she passed recently. your love in their hearts. The old lady's sole bequest to posterity has since appeared in the Share your story! 'cause a lightning bolt had burned a giant hole down through that tree. Either way, take a few moments to share some poetry with your elders in honor of their golden status in life. by Internet. It reminds us to keep going and try our best, even if we fail sometimes. I also pray for the caregivers. The material on this site is for informational purposes only and is not a substitute for legal, financial, professional, or medical advice or diagnosis or treatment. All rights reserved. Samantha Reynolds and her bentlily poetry project have been featured on national and international TV, print, podcasts, online, and radio profiles. I can imagine my folks and grandparents in these scenes. They are autobiographical and speak of the experiences of the poets who wrote them. Glad you liked the poem. 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. All other content on this website is Copyright 2006-2023 FFP Inc. All rights reserved. Beloved by everyone,Generous to a fault,One of a kind,Will be missed by all. My grandmother had dementia and she didn't respond to anyone. but me. Cancer took my husband, he had it in his bones. KEEP IN MIND AND DON'T FORGET, THAT I'M A PERSON TOO. This right here is phenomenal. Here are 20 inspirational poems for the elderly to read and enjoy. Famous poems give residents the opportunity to join in, if they can. Hope she can feel our virtual hugs and good wishes! look away Touched by the poem? 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. All stories are moderated before being published. When I was just a kid, Oh, the people shes met, the things and places shes seen, the love shes shared in 100 years! Poem about caring for elderly This poem may be helpful to put up in a care home bedroom or, with permission from the home, on the notice board. This book-length collection of . Required fields are marked *. Happy Birthday, Daisy!! Just type!Your submission will appear on a Web page exactly the way you enter it here. Published by Family Friend Poems October 2019 with permission of the author. Share your story! Its the last dance, and theyre saving it I worked in care for 8 years before moving to China. I know he can hear because he jumps at loud noises. If you are interested in learning more about Elder Care, please click on Guide to Elder Care. My aging husband, who just turned 70 in October, still takes his grandsons out bowing and hunting ever year. Published by Family Friend Poems December 2010 with permission of the author. And seeing such pictures also helps build empathy and compassion. Those guys are adorable too. It loses all its worth. Your mom deserves a huge gold medal! Include kind and uplifting messages, poems and drawings in your cards. Her work appears in several literary magazines and anthologies. KEEP IN MIND AND DON'T FORGET, THAT I'M A PERSON TOO. Let me rest and know you're with me. If you have a poem you've written and would like to share, please submit it in my invitation below. If you have another worker help, change me during rounds. These caregiverexperienceshave prompted many to write poems about elder carerelating to those experiences. At a dull corporate event years ago, she noticed a lily that was bent over in a centerpiece of flowers. A worker barges in my room, As if it's no big deal. Both poemsthe galleryour steady march toward that glorious time of standing ovation. Love. Its a beautiful birthday party for Daisy. Beautiful Poem. For the parents' well-being but also for the child to have the opportunity to keep eyes and ears on the staff and make sure Mom or Dad is being cared for properly. . A very Happy Valentine's Day to you. All you need is love. Let these poems help youfind the funnyin common senior health complaints and limitations. I press my light to see a face, Or just for company. Enter your email address to subscribe to this blog and receive notifications of new posts by email. For someone just to look inside, and realize that I'm ME. Janice N. Harrington worked as a nursing home aide in college, and she drew on that experience to write "The Hands of Strangers: Poems from the Nursing Home.". These poems are sure to bring a smile to their faces and remind them that they are still valued members of society. Who's that person standing there The lucky ones will live till they are venerable old men/women with grandchildren. What do we see, you ask, what do we see? 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. 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. 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. Its quality and content so impressed the staff that copies were made and Poetic Exchange Between a Patient and Nurse. Grandfathers, grandmothers, fathers, and mothers . I'm confused beyond your concept. Now this favorite spot of Daddy's was as unique as it could be, The name bentlily is a daily reminder to find joy by noticing the ordinary details of her life. Blessed are they who 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. Ronald Doe, Meaningful Poems I was tearing up at the last lines of Lindas poem, smiling at the crinkled lines of love in Daisys face, saddened again by the paintings of elders walking away, then laughing at the couple trying to figure out their computer! Glad your rehab is behind you and that youre doing better. She took the pic and hugged it tightly as it was worth something to her. We tend to shut them away 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. My mom was in a nursing home for 3 yrs. (20). I'm including a wonderfully inspiringpoem by Linda Ellis called,The Dash. She looks back on her love for her late husband, who was a Confederate soldier, and how their relationship survived the Civil War. Please help yourself to some marble cake, dark chocolate pretzels, lemon, oat, and chocolate chip cookies, and of course, a warm cup of Orange Pekoe. We hope you enjoy it! Just remember that I need you,That the best of me is gone.Please dont fail to stand beside me, Love me til my life is done. Poem About When A Loved One Has Alzheimer's, Funny Poem About Giving Up Things As You Age, Funny Poem About Not Getting Enough Sleep. Please don't talk about me, as if I'm not around. Would love to read some of your experiences. It is sad to say that some people do need this sort of reminding but the caring caregivers never get mentioned. (2). Once more a session of the poetry writing workshop at the American Nursing Home on Avenue B near Fifth Street had begun. to assemble in the great room for tea. 15. Published by Family Friend Poems March 2020 with permission of the author. It's really beautiful in its message, and I hope other people that read this learn from your insight into your patients. I really hate to say it,But mymemorys starting to go.Im occasionally forgetting names,And other things I used to know. Late Fragment by Raymond Carver: Written by a man dying of cancer in his 50s, this poignant poem is a heartbreaking reminder that life can end, so its important to live every day to its fullest. My belly hurts, I haven't pooped, I hope I'm not impacted. connected like dots Click to share on Twitter (Opens in new window), Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window), Click to email a link to a friend (Opens in new window), Click to share on Tumblr (Opens in new window), Click to share on Pinterest (Opens in new window), Click to share on Reddit (Opens in new window), Click to share on LinkedIn (Opens in new window), Click to share on Skype (Opens in new window), Click to share on WhatsApp (Opens in new window), honoring our elderly with a pair of poems (+ a specialbirthday! 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. Can't see her in person. Click devo below to uplift your soul today! Has long been left behind. Published by Family Friend Poems September 2017 with permission of the author. Caregivers Need to Care for Themselves as Well 3. THANK YOU FOR THIS AMAZING POEM!! Happy Valentine's Day! 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. 16. THE POEM OF A CRABBY OLD MAN! Do not include food, candy, or other care package items with your cards. When I stumbled upon this lovely poem by Canadian poet Linda Crosfield recently, I couldnt help but view it through the lens of the pandemic. The copyright of all poems on this website belong to the individual authors. Check out this collection of funny poems for seniors. So here I am, no family left, as loneliness weighs heavy on my chest. Youve told that story twice today.. How special to honor Daisy with this delectable spread and sensitive poems. 13. Why should you trust Family Friend Poems? And I wont have to talk to my mother-in-lawIf I cant remember to call.Her memory is even worse than mine,So she probably wont miss me at all. Grandfathers, grandmothers, fathers, and mothers The poems we publish via ourUnicorn Bay Pressimprint are recommended for reading aloud in the category of poems calledSpoken Word. How to Prosper as a Private Hire Caregiver. Still, its especially tough to be isolated and not be able to socialize with other residents or visitors. At forty, my young sons have grown and are gone, But my man's beside me to see I don't mourn. I should have responded much sooner to your beautiful comment about my poem. The cherished ritual of afternoon tea took on an added poignancy as I thought of those who no longer have the joy of a last dance to look forward to. Were you touched by this poem? I am not old, she said Theres a light at theend of the tunnelThats what Ive heard everyone say.And I know Im supposed to go toward it,But Im being waved back the other way. I'm sorry I may drool, and at times I even stare. Poems such as " Dreams" by Langston Hughes, The Tyger by William Blake, I Wandered Lonely as a Cloud by William Wordsworth. The poems are beautiful. Famous poems give residents the opportunity to join in, if they can. understand At fifty once more, babies play round my knee, Again we know children, my loved one and me. with a cheery smile and that way, winding. It's not easy being old, aging isn't fair. Regardless of the origins, the contents of this poem will pull at the heartstrings of any caring nurse. Thats my favorite line from Lindas poem, and Samanthas final line is so life affirming. What would I have doneIf it werent for you? One always lives in this Will I slowly wither like a leaf the sturdy cups of Orange Pekoe, I can feel the pain in every stanza. Thank you. as precious and having. The poems capture the dignity in old age. Thank them now while you still have the opportunity. This section is devoted to those elderly who have submitted their lives to someone elses care and were affected enough to write a poemabout it. Wow! Click the button and find the first one on your computer. Can You Get Disability If Youve Never Worked. Visit bentlily for more. 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. Glad you enjoyed the post and seeing the paintings. I bless the writer! My eyes are fine; they are just printing words small. more by Dawn Mazzola. The occasion of Valentine's Day inspires us all to stay young and stay romantic in life. Tipsy? I can't turn it in for a refund, I took care of the Elderly & was very proud of my work. One day my dad was hunting, from his favorite hunting stand; Uncle Victor's senility seemed comic then. Upload 1-4 Pictures or Graphics (optional). At fifty once more, babies play round my knee, Both poets words resonate so much about this almost invisible group of people who deserve so much more. It is most commonly described as a found in the possessions of an elderly woman who passed away in a nursing home. Skinny fingers clawed in monstrous shapes, I do love the idea of treasure to be found and dancing with slow joy. Warm greetings on the occasion of Valentine's Day. 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. May they be treated with dignity. My bones are stiff and achy, I hear you say I'm contracted. Then open your eyes, nurse; you're not looking at me. Gifts frowned on. These are colloquialisms and general sayings, they so . And they show no compassion I'm glad you have made this connection and can now better help patients in their helpless days because it hurts to be helpless. I will have to visit it again and again. at the end of the play summarizes what I think of my mom. - Henry Ford 2. A bout 10 years ago I participated in the local "Adopt a Grandparent Day" down at a local Old Folks home. Sadly, it wont be quite the celebration wed always planned. Of the mostly forgotten many 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? Its a reminder that every day is an opportunity to grow and learn something new. Its a reminder that we should cherish our memories and hold onto them tightly. I was asked by a member of staff why I came every day, when she 'didn't even know what day it was'. Caring for the elderly can be a daunting task. Its a beautiful tribute to the special bond between mothers and children. Blessed are they who seem to know I look in the mirror and see Goes to show that we all leave "SOME footprints in time".. An Old Lady's Poem Samantha goes by the pen name bentlily to remind her of the purpose of her poetry. Im also starting Elton Johns autobiography as well as Carly Simons new book. I see the sadness in your eyes, . Wonderful! No memorizing is needed and the play can be read several times, either with the same actors reading the same lines or changing actors to read different roles for second or third readings. Theres much to be said, especially in tough, unpredictable times, about treating each slow dance as your last. 11. Senior Devotional Encouragement for the elderly is just a click away with these devotions for seniorswhether you're at home or in a nursing home. 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. Fifth Street had begun coaster of emotions you created in this post fifty once more, babies play my... 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