A Kamloops care home is hosting events to safely allow seniors to connect to their family members.
One of the biggest challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic has been that it has left seniors in care homes feeling alone and abandoned.
Pine Grove Care Centre on the North Shore is frequently coming up ways to lessen those feelings. Their most recent event was a candlelight visit on Friday, Oct. 16.
‘Love Light Connection’ allowed family members to walk around outside the care home, with candles and lanterns, and wave at their loved ones inside while live music played.
Some family members joyfully waved while others tearfully pressed their hands against the windows, longing for a warm embrace. Click here for full article.