I have been visiting nursing homes with Friends Across the Ages since I was born, and still visit to this day! Because of this and because the residents are kind and friendly, it has always been an important part of my life.

Over the past year and a half that I have been visiting with Ms. Patricia, I have formed a very close relationship with her. Every time we visit she updates me about her family's life, stories about her granddaughters and care packages she wants to send...

When I visit Rhunette at the nursing home she is usually in bed with the cover pulled up over her head. I always say: “Rhunette, are you in there?” She then looks out and says “Hi, it’s nice to see you!”

Well, it’s Wednesday morning, and I am racing around, as usual.  I am hurrying, because I seem to run late even if Angel (my cat) gets me up early.  This is my day to visit the nursing home...

My first memory of participating with Friends Across the Ages was back when I was two or three years old. It was at one of the annual caroling parties Friends holds every year. We had finished singing, and...

We have spent more than 10 years volunteering with Friends Across the Ages. These years have provided fun, friendships and sometimes sorrow. We have built many lasting bonds, as well as fleeting moments of joy...