My father just passed away a few days ago and I'll like to find some groups for my mother so she can meet new friends. Do any of you have any good ideas???
2007-10-04 14:17:49 · 15 answers · asked by Shawnie 3 in Society & Culture ➔ Cultures & Groups ➔ Senior Citizens
So sorry about your father. Give your mom time to grieve, before trying to get her into any groups. It is very early, if only a few days ago. Try to see her a much as you can, let her settle all the things one has to after a partner's death. Ask her friend and church group to give her support. Then later on you can find lots of groups in your local newspaper. she will have too much to cope with at this time. Just take it slowly.
2007-10-04 14:34:56 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 3⤊ 0⤋
How caring of you to think about your mom like this! However, I'd give her more like 3mos+, maybe even a year to adjust to her loss. Losing a mate can be devastating and she needs time...in the meantime give her YOUR time and after awhile begin to share the fond memories and before you know it, she will be seeking a new lease on life :-)
Should you be concerned about her emotional health, there are support groups for seniors that you can probably locate through senior citizen centers or through your local [gov't operated in the USA] Office on Aging. Good luck!
2007-10-04 23:32:08 · answer #2 · answered by sage seeker 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
There are groups for widows and widowers and also grief groups for the newly widowed. Check with your local hospitals, hospice organization, mental health program, senior citizen groups or your local church. Any of these should be able to get you going in the right direction.
2007-10-07 04:54:52 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
we are having one for the seniors that I paintings with on the top of June. plenty relies upon on the age of the team. while our attendees have been of their previous due 70's and eighty's we had massive band yet while they're youthful they are going to savor the 50's and 60's track greater. We invited a team of swing dancers from a close-by severe college to entertain the team for a quick time just to furnish some variety interior the night. We additionally made specific that we had some line dancing when you consider that greater than a number of of the only females choose to try this. we are additionally giving each and each attendee a corsage or boutonniere and we are taking promenade photos to settle for out that night. purely verify you have techniques that they are able to socialise with others who attend and function good nutrition, drink and for sure attendance prizes. we've been putting on those proms for 10 years and that they are continually a great hit. This 3 hundred and sixty 5 days we are additionally having a hoe down as yet another relaxing element to do. it's going to be interesting to make certain how this works out.
2016-10-21 02:02:53 · answer #4 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
She probably would Like to wait awhile before she wants to Socialize, But when she is ready....She can Join "RED HATS & PURPLE DRESSES," Or SENIOR CIT. CLUB, Or Go To CHURCH Where She Would Be Comfortable And Welcome> Or Get into a Volunteer Group. These Are All Very Interesting And Fun.
2007-10-04 15:01:18 · answer #5 · answered by minnetta c 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It's nice you're concerned about your mom. When she is ready to socialize again, get her input on the type of things she likes. There are senior centers in most towns, that offer various activities: crafts, exercise, luncheons, dance, etc. Most counties have a 'Senior Services Dept.'-type that in and your county,state and it will show the options.
Your mom may also want to do volunteer work. Helping others is the best way to take your mind off of your own problems. My best to you and your mom.
2007-10-04 15:45:41 · answer #6 · answered by luvspbr2 6 · 2⤊ 0⤋
My condolances to you for the loss of the most important man in your life. Now as far as Mom is concerned, let her grieve first instead of pushing her into 'Social groups" . Is she involved in church or attends one? Even if she was only there a few times I recommend getting her involved there first aznd then as time passes maybe others from the church can advise her on accompanying them on outings
2007-10-04 19:59:40 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 0⤋
Shawnie, what a loving heart you have to reach out this way, for your precious mother! I applaud you!
I can only suggest things in which we have locally, in some of these.
Senior Citizen Center: They have a blast at the one in my town. Yes, many have lost thier mates as well. I know they are very active and hold dances and travel together to different places. Day trips are a constant!
Does she belong to a church? If not, you can contact a church and they can help you to gain information locally.
As a Christian, I am going to pray that God directs your steps as surely He will, with such a loving heart as yours! Your Mom is very blessed to have you! I know that you must be grieving as well, in as much, I am going to include you, in my prayers as I know what it is like to lose your Dad!
Love on her and let her love on you....Blessings
2007-10-04 14:54:55 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
I agree with the one that said she could volunteer to get out more.
When my dad died my sister in law asked her to be a volunteer to the reading specialist at her school. My sister in law was the reading specialist so mom worked for her. The little kids would read to her and she would do things to help get things ready for class like making letters out of sandpaper or cutting things out.
Then when she wanted time to travel or something she could take time off. On Friday nights she could go to dinner at my brother's house. It was really good for her at the end of the year the kids made her a book with each kid writing one page and all signed a tee shirt for her.
She still had time for golf and bowling and going to Reno but the next year she got too busy to volunteer.
2007-10-04 18:59:58 · answer #9 · answered by shipwreck 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Only if she wants to..... Sometimes it's hard to get back into the swing of things when you lose someone dear to you through divorce or death. I can't imagine she's ready to "mingle" a few days after his death. I would say, look in the phone book under SENIOR CENTERS and you'll find a few places.
2007-10-04 14:32:57 · answer #10 · answered by Wet Doggie 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋