Kamloops organizations trying to keep seniors from feeling isolated this Christmas
KAMLOOPS — According to a Stats Canada study, by the year 2036, it’s estimated seniors will make up close to one-quarter Canada’s population. One of the biggest challenges facing many of those seniors is remaining engaged in their community as they age, and Christmas can be especially difficult if seniors have no one to celebrate with; there are some organizations within the community working to keep seniors from becoming isolated.
It’s a sight which could warm even Ebenezer Scrooge’s cold heart. The OLPH chorus took time to visit the Chartwell’s Seniors Residence this morning, to sing Christmas carols for the residents there. It’s a yearly ritual that’s fun for the kids in the choir, and it brings a great deal of joy to the residents.
These kinds of concerts are just one way to ensure the residents of seniors homes like the Chartwells residence don’t feel isolated during the holiday season.