Forming Bonds and New Relationships

Giovanna R., Co-President of the Mahopac High School Chapter, shares how she feels a special connection to the seniors and how the little details go a long way.

During my time at GlamourGals, visits became an important time to me. Taking the time to remember the little details about the seniors, while also forming deeper connections with them, is a duty that I hold close to my heart. Remembering small details, like their name, their background, and their family, goes a long way and shows how much we volunteers value them. For the majority of the seniors, we are the only outside interaction that they get, and they look forward to our visits. Though it may be a couple hours out of our day, we make a big difference. Visiting the seniors is something that I look forward to, I have seen its impact and how it has strengthened so many relationships, including my own. Hearing the seniors' life stories and advice has allowed me to open my eyes and given me a new outlook on life. GlamourGals has given me many opportunities to learn new things and has allowed me to grow into the person I am today.