ST. JOHNS:--- Fifteen volunteers of the St. Maarten Tzu Chi Foundation spread some early Christmas cheer to clients of the St. Martin's Home in St. Johns with a visit to pamper and entertain the elderly on Sunday, December 1.
Outfitted in their Tzu Chi jackets and uniforms, the volunteers, nine of whom are new to the foundation, visited the home mid-afternoon Sunday and showered the clients with a "royal treatment" of a therapeutic and relaxing massage, a fresh coat of nail polish (for the ladies) and entertaining performances.
A group of volunteers performed a special Indian dance to attentive clients. There was also a sign language performance and a simple exercise session to get clients moving and fit. The elderly seemed very happy and appreciative of the visit and the special early Christmas treat.
Sunday's event was part of the Foundation's monthly visit to the Home to pamper and spend quality time with the senior citizens, who have already toiled to pave the way for the current generation. Tzu Chi believes in giving back to the community and volunteers are always grateful for the opportunity to show love and affection to the elderly. Volunteers look forward to each visit.
The next visit will be on January 1, 2014, when an extensive programme will be delivered and New Year's gifts presented to the residents. This too is an annual exercise for the foundation to usher in the New Year by spending time with the elderly.
Tzu Chi Press Release
