AUGUSTA — The Maine Health Care Association invites community members to join the Cards of Kindness Holiday Campaign, an initiative to brighten the holiday season for older adults living in nursing homes and assisted living communities throughout Augusta.

This campaign provides an opportunity to share messages of love, encouragement, and festive cheer with others during the holidays.

The campaign is open to all, including schools and classrooms; community groups like Scout troops, church groups, sports teams, and senior centers; families and individuals; and businesses and offices.

Cards should feature uplifting and inclusive messages. Decorations, hand-drawn pictures and stickers are encouraged. They should avoid religious or overly commercial messages to ensure inclusivity. Cards should be unsigned or signed with a first name only to protect privacy.

People can drop off cards at the association’s 317 State St. office, or schedule a pickup by contacting the association. The deadline for submissions is Wednesday, Dec. 11 to allow timely delivery.

For more information or to organize a card-making event, email [email protected].

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