When Kids Visit Assisted Living Facilities, Everyone Benefits
Residents of assisted living facilities love visitors, who bring energy and fun to the facility. But kids also benefit from these visits. A new study showed that kids who spent time playing and helping those suffering from dementia more easily develop empathy, patience and problem-solving skills. There are even programs that bring child volunteers to assisted living facilities.
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The Washington Post
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“It’s always good to expose kids to different people and different situations and let them learn that there’s life outside of their day-to-day. I’m hoping this helps them long-term think about people in other situations and how something as simple as coming once a week or once every couple weeks can make a difference.”
SHEILA BARTLEY
Mom of Marilyn and Brice
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