Cards for Isolated Seniors

Let seniors know you are thinking of them by making thoughtful cards, which helps lessen feelings of isolation. Cards and notes like these bring true joy to recipients’ days and remind them that they are not alone.

Suggested supplies:

  • Cards, cardstock, construction paper, or blank printer paper. If you have blank cards, that will work perfectly, but you don’t need those to do this project.

  • Decorative materials such as:

    • Markers

    • Stickers

    • Colored pencils or crayons

    • Decorative washi tape

    • Colored paper (scrapbook or construction)

    • Glue stick or other adhesive

    • Scissors

    • Pen

  • Envelope(s) to put your card into.

  • If you are making more than one (1) card and sending it to the same organization, we recommend using a large envelope to send them at once.

Sample message ideas:

  • "I want you to know that you are a very special person and that you are loved! This is a challenging time, but we are thinking of you from afar and sending all of our love."

  • "May your day be filled with all kinds of bright sunny things! We are thinking of you now and always."

  • “I hope you have a wonderful day, and know that someone is wishing you nothing but the best!”

Please refrain from using religious messages, holiday-focused messages, and glitter to make these cards welcoming to all!

Contact any of these nonprofits directly to arrange donation drop off.