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Random Acts of Kindness Week

With Valentine’s Day just around the corner, love is in the air, and you can get a jump start on spreading joy and affection by participating in Random Acts of Kindness Week (RAK), February 11-17. During this seven-day celebration, participants are urged to make that extra effort by helping others, partnering with local community efforts, and making sure to spread the word on how love, compassion, and – of course – kindness can help make the world a better place.

According to the Random of Acts of Kindness Foundation, the event is “simply an opportunity to leave the world better than we found it and inspire others to do the same.”

Formally recognized in 1995, the seven-day RAK celebration plays upon the idea that kindness can be contagious. From schools to private companies to senior living facilities, RAK Week allows individuals and organizations to not just help others, but to encourage friends, colleagues, family, and friends to do the same.

For the senior living community, RAK Week can help forge stronger connections between caregivers, residents, and the community. For many older adults, isolation and a sense of aimlessness can lead to depression, anxiety, and a whole host of other health issues. For caregivers and families, providing care and support for an older family member or patient can be stressful and alienating.

Events like RAK Week can help seniors – and the people who care for them – feel happier and healthier. It is well known that helping others isn’t just beneficial to the recipient, but also brings joy and satisfaction to the giver. In fact, studies have shown that doing good for others can considerably improve mood and boost emotional well-being by reducing isolation, shifting perspectives, and triggering similar behavior in others.

In other words, happiness can be contagious!

One of the most essential aspects of RAK Week is that every effort, no matter how small, can have a tremendous impact. For seniors who may not have ample financial resources or who lack mobility, RAK Week is a chance to participate in a broader community effort without requiring a substantial commitment of time or money. Some activities appropriate for senior residents include sewing or knitting items for a local homeless shelter, reading to children, or sending thank you notes to volunteer organizations (like the local food bank) and first responders.

For senior living communities, RAK Week can be a time to encourage group activities, reach out to area schools and organizations for partnership opportunities, or even just hold a small celebration for residents. A potluck with visiting family members, a small concert, or even a game night can add just a little extra spark to the week and make residents feel more connected to the world around them.

Currently, the RAK Foundation boasts 15,708 registered RAKtivists from 87 countries ranging in age from 14-89. These world changers are educators, business executives, children, and – of course – retirees. They may come from diverse backgrounds and live wildly different lives, but they all have one thing in common: a commitment to spreading kindness and motivating others to do the same.

To learn more about Random Acts of Kindness Week, please click here.

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Tammy Baca
Tammy Baca
19:48 27 Jan 25
I’ve lived in Valencia County all my life I never heard of such a place but it’s absolutely about time we need more of this housing for our elderly…

Alexandra Jaramillo
Alexandra Jaramillo
20:31 11 May 24

Keary Bourdier
Keary Bourdier
04:41 20 Apr 19

Jasmin Fiji
Jasmin Fiji
22:08 27 Dec 17
This is NOTHING like a nursing home. This is an Assisted Living place. The way they took care of my mom was phenomenal. Even as she progressed into the disease process of dementia, they loved her & made her life more wonderful than I could have by myself. The only reason for four stars instead if five is because they have a waiting list and I don't like to wait -- but the wait was only 3 weeks and totally worth it!

Boo Bear
Boo Bear
18:22 18 Apr 17
Great facility in a great location. Personalized home service. The staff is friendly and very attentive.

Suzette Lindemuth
Suzette Lindemuth
18:09 18 Apr 17
As the Director at the program I want to thank all our residents, family members, staff and our community for supporting our program over the last 30 years. We are a community committed to reducing the isolation of aging through a variety of program and services. We value your input and hope you will visit our new website for additional information

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