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CREATING MOMENTS OF LOVE: Unique Ways to Brighten Valentine’s Day for Nursing Home Residents Valentine’s Day is a day to celebrate love and affection. So, this year, let’s think beyond the usual gifts and romantic dinners, and spread love to those who may need it the most — the elderly residents of nursing homes. While we often associate Valentine’s Day with romantic love, there is a different kind of love that can bring joy to our elders who are living in care homes.
In this spirit, here are some simple yet heartwarming ideas to make this Valentine’s Day special for the residents of nursing homes.
BAKE SWEET TREATS TO WARM HEARTS. This Valentine’s Day, bring a touch of sweetness to nursing home residents by surprising them with delightful homemade treats. Bake an assortment of heartwarming goodies, like cookies or cupcakes, and personally deliver these delicious delights. This thoughtful gesture not only adds a sprinkle of joy to their day but also shows they are remembered and cherished. It’s a simple yet impactful way to make a positive difference in the lives of those spending Valentine’s Day in a nursing home. CRAFT LOVE WITH HOMEMADE VALENTINE’S CARDS. Get in the creative spirit by creating handmade Valentine’s cards at home and delivering them with love. Set up a crafting station with vibrant papers, markers, and stickers, and craft unique cards filled with heartfelt messages. Taking the time to create these personalized greetings adds an extra layer of warmth to the gesture. Then, once crafted, personally deliver these handmade cards to nursing home residents, turning the act of card-making into a heartwarming and thoughtful way to spread love this Valentine’s Day. ASK FOR RELATIONSHIP ADVICE. Tap into the wealth of wisdom accumulated by nursing home residents over the years by asking them for relationship advice! This interactive and heartwarming exchange brings joy and fosters meaningful connections between generations. It’s a unique way to celebrate Valentine’s Day by honoring our elders’ life stories and valuable advice. By embracing these fun and heartwarming activities, we can make this special day memorable for nursing home residents, reminding them that love and joy know no
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HEART LINCOLN CHOCOLATE PENNSYLVANIA
PHIL PRESIDENTS VALENTINE WINTER
PUFF PASTRY BERRY HEARTS
Inspired by Weelicious.com
Valentine’s Day means heart-shaped everything, even desserts! Bake these puff pastry berry hearts for Valentine’s Day or any other day.
INGREDIENTS
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1 package frozen puff pastry, defrosted
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1 tsp powdered sugar
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1/2 cup fresh raspberries (or berries of your choice)
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1 cup heavy cream
DIRECTIONS
1. Preheat oven to 400 F. Unfold the puff pastry and use a heart-shaped cookie cutter to cut into heart shapes. 2. On a baking sheet, place puff pastry hearts and bake for 10–12 minutes or until golden brown. 3. In a standing mixer, whip the cream on medium-high speed for 2–3 minutes. Add the powdered sugar and beat on high for 30 more seconds or until thick and fluffy. 4. Remove hearts from the oven and allow to cool completely. Slice each heart in half between pastry layers to create 2 hearts. Top the bottom half with whipped cream and berries, and place the other half on top to form a sandwich.
age. So, let’s come together to make this Valentine’s Day a celebration of love, laughter, and meaningful connections for everyone, regardless of where they may be spending the day.
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