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Young burn victim in need of assistance for urgent treatment Five-year-old Nastya Vivchar who saved the life of her two-year-old sister and badly burned more than 80% of her skin, now needs urgent treatment. Currently, Nastya is on her way to a hospital in Boston, Massachusetts, where she is supposed to undergo several skin transplantation surgeries. Nastya will stay in Boston for several months. Ukrainian diplomats urge all Ukrainians of the United States of America to open their hearts and pro vide adequate financial assistance to this brave Ukrainian girl. The Embassy of Ukraine to the United States expresses its deep appreciation to the Ukrainian Na tional Women's League of America and particularly to its President, Mrs. Iryna Kurowyckyj, for providing its account to transfer money for Nastya Vivchar’s treatment. Please send donations by check with the reference “Nastya Vivchar” to the following address: UNWLA. INC 203 Second Ave. New York, NY 10003 Making Your Nursing Home Visits Count by Irene Repczuk-D’Alessio It is difficult to imagine what life is like liv ing in a nursing home. Being separated from family, friends, and community can lead to overwhelming feelings of fear and rejection. The loss of independ ence and loss of control over one’s life is particu larly painful and causes depression in many nursing home residents. As the elevator door opens on the floor of your relative’s nursing home, you will see many residents sitting in the hallways, their faces reflect ing their sadness and loneliness. Others may be alone in their rooms, lacking stimulation or human contact. Family members and friends are the most important source of human contact and stimulation for nursing home residents. Often, relatives make excuses for not visiting because they cannot face emotionally and physically impaired elderly. Some may feel their visits are pointless, especially if a loved one is not responsive. But every person in a nursing home, regardless of his or her physical or mental state, does benefit from visits from loved ones. Prior to visiting, it is important to give some thought to what you will do when you get there, keeping in mind your loved one’s likes and interests and mental and physical status. A visit should be a pleasant break in routine, something special and dif ferent. If the person is alert, going outdoors for a stroll, going out for dinner, or visiting in a private area can be very a wonderful experience. For people whose physical condition prohibits much mobility, there are many other options. What follows is a list of meaningful ways in which we can spend quality time with our loved ones, even if they are bedridden or cannot communicate verbally: Reminiscing. Most older people enjoy remembering their past, their achievements, and the “good old days.” This connection to the past creates feelings of self-worth. Family members can encourage elders to share stories. Being a good listener is important. Photo Albums. Looking through family albums is fun and interesting and can stimulate good memo ries of the past. Видання C оюзу Українок A мерики - перевидано в електронному форматі в 2012 році . A рхів C У A - Ню Йорк , Н . Й . C Ш A.
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