What We Do
We spend quality time with seniors in nursing homes and assisted living facilities by engaging in or helping with the following fun activities:
Fundraisers & Donations
Cozy Feet Fundraiser - December 2021 After raising money through a bake sale, Colette and Anthony created "cozy feet" bundles to hand out to seniors in a nursing home they volunteer at. These bundles included fuzzy socks to keep the seniors warm during the holidays as well as scratch-off games.Fundraisers & Donations
Meals on Wheels Fundraiser #1 - August 2022Because their first fundraiser ("Cozy Feet") was so successful, Colette and Anthony decided to bake more cookies and donate the profits to Meals on Wheels, a nonprofit organization that delivers hot meals to seniors living alone.Fundraisers & Donations
Meals on Wheels Fundraiser #2 - December 2022Similar to their last fundraiser, Colette and Anthony baked a variety of cookies, sold them, and donated the profits to Meals on Wheels.Fundraisers & Donations
Meals on Wheels Fundraiser #3 - February 2023Colette and Anthony donated the following goods to a local chapter of Meals on Wheels: 28 boxes of mac n' cheese, 12 cups of noodle soup, 36 packs of Oodles of Noodles, 32 packs of peanut butter crackers, 32 packs of cheese crackers, 16 boxes of Nutrigrain bars, 12 tuna packs, 2 boxes of Lipton soup mix, 11 pouches of rice/pasta mixes, 48 boxes of Goldfish packs, 96 pouches of instant oatmeal, 96 boxes of granola bars, 18 packs of applesauce, 40 fruit cups, 24 boxes of Cheez-It crackers, 20 large bags of pretzel crisps, 16 cans of pasta/sauce, and 24 cans of Campbell Soup.Fundraisers & Donations
Meals on Wheels Fundraiser #4 - April 2023For this fundraiser, Colette and Anthony added a creative spin: after baking and selling cookies to buy requested pantry items for Meals on Wheels, they created pantry gift bags for Meals on Wheels deliverers to hand out. On these bags they drew colorful pictures and wrote uplifting messages for the seniors who would be receiving them in hopes of brightening their day. In total, they packed more than 50 bags. Check out the Gallery to see some examples!Fundraisers & Donations
Meals on Wheels Fundraiser #5 - July 2023After receiving another list of highly requested pantry items from their local Meals on Wheels chapter, Colette and Anthony held a bake sale and used all of the profits to buy the different items. This helped ensure that everyone on the Meals on Wheels route received the food they wanted and needed.Fundraisers & Donations
Fall Canvassing - October 2023 Colette and Anthony wrote numerous letters to local businesses asking for donations. Fortunately, they received many responses, and in the late fall, they donated two checks: one to Meals on Wheels, and one to SAGE Eldercare, the business that oversees the local Meals on Wheels Chapter.Fundraisers & Donations
SAGE Eldercare Fundraiser #1 - November 2023 Another month, another successful bake sale - but this time, Anthony and Colette directed their profits specifically towards SAGE Eldercare by purchasing yarn, puzzles, and games for the seniors to enjoy during their daily programming.Fundraisers & Donations
Meals on Wheels Fundraiser #6 - January 2024 After another bake sale, Colette and Anthony donated a check to Meals on Wheels so they could provide the specific pantry items that seniors need when their meals are delivered.Fundraisers & Donations
Meals on Wheels Fundraiser #7: Valentine's Gift Bags - February 2024 Using bake sale funds, Colette and Anthony created gift bags to be delivered with the seniors' hot meals for Valentine's Day. These gift bags were stocked full of goodies such as pudding and cookies, and the bags themselves were adorned with hand-drawn images and uplifting messages.Fundraisers & Donations
Meals on Wheels Fundraiser #8 - March 2024 In March 2024, Anthony and Colette dropped off an additional check to Meals on Wheels to continue supporting them in their efforts to combat senior food insecurity.Fundraisers & Donations
Meals on Wheels Fundraiser # 8 - May 2024 An extremely successful bake sale allowed Anthony and Colette to provide Meals on Wheels with lots of non-perishable snacks and goodies. They made sure to focus on providing more sweet treats (like donuts and brownies) so the seniors could enjoy dessert with their main meal.Fundraisers & Donations
Meals on Wheels Fundraiser #9 - July 2024 With a check donated to another local Meals on Wheels location, Colette and Anthony helped to provide meals to a local senior for two months through the "Adopt a Neighbor" program.Fundraisers & Donations
Meals on Wheels Fundraiser #10 - August 2024 Colette and Anthony's end-of-summer bake sale was a huge success! Right before they went back to school, they made a stop at Meals on Wheels with tons of pantry donations for the seniors.Fundraisers & Donations
Meals on Wheels Fundraiser #11 - October 2024 With another check donation to Meals on Wheels' "Adopt a Neighbor" program, Anthony and Colette continued to support two months worth of meals for a local senior.Fundraisers & Donations
Meals on Wheels "Cozy Feet"/Winter Pantry Fundraiser - December 2024 In true holiday spirit, Anthony and Colette used the proceeds from a bake sale in two different ways. One, they purchased a variety of pantry items to be donated to Meals on Wheels. Two, they used the rest of the money to create "Cozy Feet" bundles with fuzzy socks, hot chocolate, and puzzle/word game books for the seniors to have some winter fun!Fundraisers & Donations
Meals on Wheels "Blizzard Packs" Fundraiser - January 2025 Colette and Anthony created 40 "Blizzard Packs" for seniors when Meals on Wheels drivers can't deliver meals due to inclement weather. These packs include plenty of non-perishable items and snacks, from tuna and mac n' cheese to peanut butter and crackers.Fundraisers & Donations
Meals on Wheels Valentine's Day Fundraiser (# 14) - February 2025 Siblings for seniors is spreading the love this Valentine's Day. After a recent bake sale, Anthony and Colette raised money to purchase individually wrapped chocolate heart boxes along with other sweets and treats to bring a smile to the faces of local seniors who suffer from food insecurity.Fundraisers & Donations
Meals on Wheels Spring Fundraiser (# 15) - April 2025 Anthony and Colette baked and sold two different kinds of cake to raise money for their local Meals on Wheels chapter, just in time for warmer weather!
Conversations
Chats with residents about their lives, their families, what they like to do, etc. Some residents do not see their families more than once or twice a year, and some do not even have families. Although they are living in a facility with many other adults, it can still be very lonely for them. Something as small as a simple conversation can mean the world to someone who may feel isolated.
Music
Piano performances Colette and Anthony are pianists who have been playing since they were in elementary school and perform both classical and contemporary pieces for residents.Music
Name That Tune and Sing-alongs Many oldies from the 1930s through the 1960s are played through the speaker, as these songs are reminiscent of the seniors' youth.
Arts & Crafts
Variety of craftsGetting the seniors to do creative activities using their hands, but more importantly, sharing time with them in a fun, relaxing setting.Arts & Crafts
Coloring books Colette and Anthony's family provides adult coloring books and colored pencils for the residents to use whenever they like. This is a great activity for their hand-eye coordination.
Trivia
The seniors really love playing trivia because it challenges them and helps sharpen their minds. Games sometimes last for up to ninety minutes!Trivia Styles/Topics Include:
1. Jeopardy 2. General 3. Holidays 4. Riddles
Movies & TV Shows
Movies/programs are screened for residents in the theater during times when they just want to relax; the siblings can sit with them to engage or just keep them company.
Baked Goods
The siblings bake tasty treats for the residents to brighten up their days. Care is ALWAYS taken when it comes to cleanliness, allergies, and dietary restrictions!