Every Thursday, I visit nursing home, and talk to those who are still mentally alert. I don't have any particular subject to talk about - travel, good old days, current affairs, foods familiar to their time, etc. In one nursing home I went to, there were former scientist, politician, accountant, university professior and very educated residents. I talked about politics, global warming and concrete jungle.
To many people, what I am doing is a waste of time and meaningless. However, the purpose of this exercise is to give these residents quality time, and as an attempt to stimulate their deteriorating mental state. We can't stop brain cells dying, but we can slow down the process.
I always come out of the nursing home NOT feeling tired, but recharged.
To many people, what I am doing is a waste of time and meaningless. However, the purpose of this exercise is to give these residents quality time, and as an attempt to stimulate their deteriorating mental state. We can't stop brain cells dying, but we can slow down the process.
I always come out of the nursing home NOT feeling tired, but recharged.