Reading is a great way to experience the world without ever leaving the comfort of home. “You’re never too old, too wacky, too wild, to pick up a book and read to a child,” said Dr. Seuss. Whether it’s with your grandchildren, your great-grandchildren, or preschoolers at a local school, reading is a great way to connect. Here are five ways to foster a love of reading with the help of home care services.
Start a Book Club
Start a book club with friends. Expand your reading choices by having a different member pick a book each month. This is a great way to get together and discuss the book and how it resonated with each reader.
Make a Book List
Dr. Seuss recommends you “Fill your house with books, in all the crannies and all the nooks.” If your home is filled with books be sure to keep a list of your favorite ones. Jot down what you enjoyed about each. What’s in your TBR (to be read) stack? Join Goodreads.com a website dedicated to reading books. On Goodreads, you can keep lists of books you want to read, books you’ve read, and books you’re currently reading. The site provides you with reviews and a place for you to write your own thoughts. It’s a great resource to help you keep track of and remember your favorite books as well as connect with friends who also enjoy reading.
Expand Your Reading Choices
Pick books that challenge you. If you love reading historical fiction, try an autobiography. If you gravitate toward philosophy, escape with fantasy. “You have to be a speedy reader because there’s so so much to read” (Dr. Seuss).
Travel
Did you just finish reading about the Civil War? Visit Gettysburg! Go to the places you’re reading about and experience the stories firsthand.
Home Care Services
If you love to read but can’t because of loss of vision, contact us. We understand that losing your independence is hard, and we want to be by your side every step of the way. One way we can help the avid reader is by sending our reliable, compassionate caregivers to your home to sit with you and read—because we agree with Dr. Seuss, “You can find magic wherever you look. Sit back and relax, all you need is a book.”
At Preferred Care at Home of Southeast Valley, we provide non-medical in-home caregiving services so that our clients can stay in the comfort of their own home while continuing to enjoy activities such as reading. We prioritize safety, comfort, and well-being, and our caregivers are here to provide companionship and assistance to those who need it.
Whether you’re an avid reader or just getting started, let Preferred Care at Home of Southeast Valley help foster your love of reading. Contact us today to learn more about our home care services.