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Praises and Comments for Patches

Praises and Comments for Patches

In California, 4-year-old Everlee is a young artist at work.

Praise for Overwhelming Reviews and Comments

I’m humbled by all the reviews, photos, and notes I’m receiving for Patches’ Biblical Coloring and Activity Books. Truly God is at work as Patches the Turtle shares Jesus with young and old.

When her grandmother’s Christmas gift included Patches’ Farmland Adventures, 4-year-old Everlee was ready to color! Beautiful job! Thank you, Grandmother, for sharing this picture with us.

Patches’ books are not Just for Children.

A woman in St. Louis writes: “I was given Patches’ Farmland Adventures and coloring pencils by a friend. She knew I needed some activity while being homebound all winter. In fact, the added Scriptures were just what the doctor ordered!”

WebMD lists some amazing reasons we should all color; click here.

Some time ago, I mailed a copy to an elderly friend who was losing a long battle with lung cancer. Her hobbies of crocheting, reading, and working in her church were now impossible tasks. I learned just today from her daughter how much the book meant. The large print and short stories encouraged her to read, and since she could hold colored pencils easily, working on the pictures was great therapy.

Nursing Homes and Extended Care Facilities

One person bought ten books to give to residents in a local nursing home. What joy to hear from some of them and to see their work. Many residents, men and women, are lonely and need something to occupy their minds.

Mayo Health Clinic agrees with Patches; we all should color! Click here

Please, please pray with me.

As books go out to individuals, children’s Bible classes and groups, and families across our land, I pray God will use each of them to touch hearts and change lives.

Lost and unchurched families and individuals can meet Jesus.

Only God can put together the words that touch hearts. On every page, Patches shares Scripture and encourages the reader/artist to think about God’s perfect design for them. Click here to see all of my books.

Thank you for allowing me to share my praises with you today.

Hugs,

Let me hear from you. Who do you know that could use some encouragement?

 

Bringing Joy to a Nursing Home

In my day, senior adults were often placed in ‘Old Age Homes’ and offered little to smile about.  I recall visiting Minnie in her tiny, dim room. She had part of her supper on her tray; a cheese sandwich on white bread and an apple she couldn’t peel.

ThankfulBringing Joy to a Nursing Homely, not so today. Senior adults, for the most part, are cared for as they should be. They are the foundation of who we are as a nation and deserve our respect and care.

Recently, a group of preschoolers visited our local nursing home and the results were amazing.

The children were paired with seniors for the day. They would share a meal and then “paint” a picture together.

Together: that is the main point! The children didn’t come simply to visit, sing, hug and leave. They came to share with the residents.

Click here to learn about a Preschool in a Nursing Home.

The meal was kid-friendly; hot dogs and tater tots!  Actually, that’s a great meal for any age! The adults and kids got acquainted and learned a bit about each other. Then, it was time for a fun activity; painting a picture together!

Life lessons were taught here.

1. Personal involvement is important at any age. Young and old alike need each other.

2. Everyone has something to give. These little ones gave of their time; they shared unconditional love to strangers.

3. You are never too old to have fun.  A “painting” of colored water blown on a paper brought laughter and wonder to both ages.

Proverbs 17:22 (Amplified) reads, “A happy heart is good medicine and a joyful mind causes healing …”  This day, children may have done more than the doctor in restoring health to these precious senior adults.

Hugs,

Looking forward to hearing from you. Post a comment.     

Hired Caregiver Caring for Someone In the Home

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My experiences with hired caregivers have taught me a lot about individuals. There is a vast difference between a caregiver who is there for the paycheck or one who is there for the love of people-if you are hiring, choose the latter. Those who have a genuine love and concern for others will be careful to tend to the little things that make confinement more bearable. You evidently are one with a love for people because you are taking time to learn and grow.

Perhaps you have been a caregiver for years in a nursing home, hospital or other facility and now you will care for someone in their home. The atmosphere in a home is certainly much different and your needs will not be the same. One responsibility for you is to determine responsibilities of each occupant of the home as they pertain to you and your patient.

In a care facility, you are surrounded by others who are familiar with what you will be doing. The medical equipment and medical supplies you will need are readily available. The chairs and beds and other needed items are provided to make care easier for you and the patient. When you ask a question, usually someone is there to provide an answer or tell you where to find it.

Entering a private residence-whether friends, relatives, or strangers-presents a whole new set of challenges to deal with. Will others be in the home while you are there? What is their relationship to the patient? Can they advise you if a question comes up? Are you to answer the phone or the door?

Sign up today for my newsletter and a free “Eight Basic Tips for Caregivers” will be sent immediately. Soon you will receive the next edition of my newsletter with “Tips on Caring for Someone in a Private Residence”. Whether you are a caregiver or looking to hire one, I can help you make this transition easier and save much turmoil and stress.

Hugs,