Give Tribute to Older Americans this May

You'll want to high-five the grandparents this May - it's Older Americans month! Spending time with our elders is one of the most accessible and rewarding service activities - and one that's great for families with children of any age. So heed this year's theme of Connecting the Community by celebrating the older adults in your family and neighborhood. It's so easy to make a positive difference in their lives.

Ideas to connect...

·  Bake cookies and take them to a care facility, homebound friend or neighbor.

·  Gather a group of kids or families and put on a talent show or music concert at a senior center or host a craft or game night.

·  Adopt a grandparent by forming a special relationship with an elderly person who has few visitors.  

·  Deliver meals for Meal on Wheels.

·  Assist a homebound senior in your neighborhood.

Contact the Lauren Finke at 319-272-2087 or e-mail her at lauren_finke@vccv.org to learn more.