And, they do it without the family ever knowing who they are. The thanks they get comes from knowing they are passing on some of their blessings. To find a family, all you need to do is call one of your local churches. The pastors and priests in the community will be able to connect you to the right people. Maybe you could make it a neighborhood or office project.
Nursing homes can be lonely any time of year, even more so during the holidays.
As if they were no longer a part of the world, so many of our elderly sit alone inside those walls. Unfortunately, out of sight means out of mind for some. Call the administrator and tell her you would like to visit a couple of hours. Gather up your friends and go caroling from one nursing home to the next. Take your children and let them adopt a grandmother or grandfather.