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Articles related to focusing on healthy aging, prevention, mobility, cognition, nutrition, independence, and caregiving support.

Oct 22, 2025

4 min

What Does Volunteering at a Nursing Home Look Like?

According to a 2023 U.S. Census Bureau study, volunteers provided more than 4.1 billion hours of service in 2019 and 2020, with many contributing to long-term care settings. This demonstrates the significant impact volunteers have, with volunteering at a nursing home often involving more than just administrative tasks.

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Oct 20, 2025

3 min

Can you visit strangers in a nursing home? Exploring the rules and roles of volunteering

According to the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS), residents have the right to receive visitors of their choosing, which includes non-family and friends. The key to being able to visit strangers in a nursing home, however, is to do so through an official and structured program, typically by becoming a volunteer.

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