We understand firsthand how the holidays will be a little different this year. Caring for a loved one is never easy. Especially now, with the pandemic still upon us.
Here are a few simple tips on ways to make your holidays as safe as possible, while still spending time with those that we love:
- Stay home as much as possible. Find ways to enjoy the spirit of the season indoors.
- Whenever possible, order holiday gifts, groceries, baking supplies and decorations online.
- Do not mix households. Keep your celebrations to immediate family members and their significant others.
- Always where a mask when shopping, at a restaurant or in public – and wash your hands as soon as you get home.
- Get a flu shot. This is must-do.
If you decide to spend the holidays with your loved one virtually this year, here are some fun ways to still share special moments together:
- Communicate with your loved ones via zoom (Zoom is free!). Make it festive. Share a cocktail or a meal, play holiday music and dress for the occasion. While you may not all be in the same room, it will help you to get into the spirit.
- Share holiday recipes. Send cookies and baked good to your loved ones to let them know you are thinking of them. If they are close-by, drop off a meal.
- Most importantly, check in with your loved ones during the holidays. Send cards, make a phone call. Let them know they are loved and that you are thinking of them.
- And most importantly, remind your loved ones that next year, the holidays will be brighter and happier than ever!
Warm wishes to you and your loved ones this holiday season!
Amy Feather
Executive Director