Elderly Hour and Compassion for Seniors

Due to the current pandemic causing pandemonium and empty shelves at grocery stores, social media is covered with promotion of the "elderly hour" (#elderlyhour)  Considering the story of an elderly couple afraid to go into the grocery store due to news coverage of lines and shopping issues, this does seem like a good idea.  However, since the more vulnerable elderly are recommended to self-isolate and stay-at-home to prevent getting diseases , I think my church had an even better idea.

The church is forming groups to phone seniors and others who are sick or injured (within the congregation) that live near to them to see if these people have any needs.  Once they know the needs, they have volunteers who will do the shopping and deliver the goods to their door.  In a time where people are being greedy and selfish, this group of people are reaching out in a compassionate and selfless way.

If you have friends or family that are elderly, consider helping them as well as yourself at this time.  If you know people who may not have anyone locally to help, give them a call to see if they need anything,  Even if they do not have a physical need, your consideration and call may give them an emotional lift.  It is always nice to know that someone cares.   Maybe its just me,  but this simple idea seems more important than posting memes related to toilet paper hording or shortages.