February 2021 Volunteer Hours
I was fortunate to continue my volunteer work talking to the elderly from the local senior retirement home totaling 6 hours this month. After some of the residents received the vaccine, they were feeling blue due to isolation from their friends and family. To avoid unnecessary contact, I called each of them and spoke to them on the phone for an hour each. Though it was just a phone call, it took their mind off of their discomfort for the hour and made all the difference in their moods. I also helped schedule vaccine appointments for those who were unable to do it themselves. During these trying times where travel and interaction is so restricted, this experience has taught me that it is important to not forget about those who cannot speak up for themselves; It’s hard enough for those of us who can.