These ideas are by Paula Spencer Scott a Caring.com editor.
If your loved one is a person of faith, consider bringing spiritual practices to him or her. Even if he or she isn't able to show much response, studies show that spiritual interactions can be reassuring and relaxing.
Ask a clergy member to make a house call. Many will.
Play or sing familiar hymns.
Read aloud from a Bible or a book of prayers.
Hold makeshift bedside services.
Many people find solace in the outdoors, so bring the outside in with plants, flowers, and a bird feeder hung outside the window.
Allyson Good curates senior living, health, and family content. She is formerly the Managing Editor of Active Life, a print newspaper published in 2016-2017 for seniors, choosing practical articles on health, money, safety, and everyday living for older readers. She is also an avid gardener and offers up Garden Hints and Tips on a regular basis.
