17/09/2026
You visit Mum or Dad, ask how they are doing, have a quick chat, then it is time to leave.
“Take care. I’ll come again.”
Sometimes, what they really wanted was another 20 minutes.
Another story. Another cup of tea. Another conversation about something you have probably heard before.
As people grow older, companionship can become just as important as the practical care we provide.
So, the next time you visit an Elderly person, try not to rush away.
Sit a little longer. Listen a little more.
Those ordinary moments may mean more than you realise.