The Eagle Scout Project is often one of the most important experiences of teens that participate in the Boy Scouts of America scouting program. This year a young man looking for our help to create his Eagle Scout Project. He will be sending smiles to some of those that need it most.
As we know, we are experiencing some of the largest hit areas of the nation when it comes to our long term care facilities. Families are not allowed to visit loved ones and other than the folks who work there, there are no additional people allowed in or out of these locations, to reduce the spread of the virus. It isn’t difficult to see that their residents and staff may be in need of some cheer!
Joseph Ferry is with Troop 442 and his project is brightening the days of the many elderly folks who reside in our local nursing homes. They are feeling scared and isolated since the outbreak of COVID-19. Here’s where we come in. We can send cards of happiness or have our children make drawings and homemade cards of encouragement to members of these communities. By sending a card for seniors we are making a difference and impacting our community one smile at a time.
Here are some ideas for your card:
Just say Hi or Hello
Name * School * Age * Pets * Family
Your Favorite things!
Hobbies * Favorite Sports * Favorite Video Games * Favorite School Subject * Pets * Favorite foods * Favorite book/series/author * Art/Drawings
Tell them what fun things you have been doing during Quarantine
Tell them to stay safe * to stay happy * and have Hope
Sending smiles can be simple or complex – your project is entirely up to you.
For those writing letters, remember, the more you include the more you can positively impact their day.
I’ve got my cards ready – now what?
As we know contact is difficult so Joseph is tracking his project through email and social media. To help Joseph track how many cards are being sent you can either:
- Take a picture and put it on @ (Cards that care) or RMB – Let’s see all of the pictures.
email him at [email protected]
email Richmond Moms Blog at [email protected] with Cards that Care in the subject
We’ll be tracking it here for him too! We can’t wait to see all of the different places you will be sending smiles.
- Send out your card or drawing to one of the centers below. We can’t wait to see all of those drawings and cards. What a great way to brighten someone’s day!!!
Please Choose from the locations below:
1900 Lauderdale Drive
Richmond, VA 23238
Glenburnie Rehabilitation & Nursing Center
1901 Libbie Avenue
Richmond, Va 23226
1101 Hampton St.
Richmond, Va 23220
Beaufont Health and Rehabilitation Center
200 Rioks Rd,
Richmond, Va 23225
Commonwealth Senior Living at Monument Avenue
501 N Allen Ave,
Richmond, Va 23220
1600 Westwood Ave
Richmond, Va 23227
ManorCare Health Services Richmond
2125 Hilliard Rd,
Richmond, Va 23228
Westminister Canterbury Richmond
1600 Westbrook Ave
Richmond, Va 23227
