Tuesday December 8 was the day. Held@Home in action at the nursing home in Grootebroek NH. The first date in a series of three. Decorating Christmas trees in the entrance and central hall of the home was our mission. We traveled with a team to this center where we were warmly welcomed. After disinfecting our hands, wearing a mouth cap and recording our data, it was time for action!
While enjoying a cup of coffee, we first went through what was expected of the team and how we could best do this, taking into account the current rules. Decorating a tree two by two seemed the best, in total there were 5 trees to decorate.
The residents enjoyed the atmosphere that was created and several residents had a chat. People like a little extra fun and occasionally a little extra attention such as saying hello, good morning and “it's going to be beautiful” already creates a connection.
The team had a go at it and in no time the trees were full of lights, streamers and balls. After giving the central halls some extra atmosphere, it was already time for lunch.
A decent lunch was ready for us, including soup and a croquette sandwich, prepared by our contact persons on site. The slogan love in action came up more than once this morning!
Two more appointments to go, next week we will bring all residents an oliebol, perhaps with a chat and cozy Christmas music in the background. Just before Christmas we will personally visit a number of residents. Residents who hardly receive any visitors and who also need some personal attention.
We are still looking for reinforcements for our team, so if you want to join us, mail to info@projectheld.nl
