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well i have to volenteer at a retirement home, and im kind of nervous. I want to meet someone nice that I can go visit every once in a while. Any ideas of how I can introduce myself and what I can say to make them like me. Cuz I'm a little freaked out that I am going to meet a grumpy old person.
Thanks
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This will/could be a conversation with a nice old person:
U: Hi, my name is ________.
G: Pleased to meet you. I am ________. Now be a doll and fetch me some tea.
U: Ok. (later) here you go.
G: Do you want to play a game that I played when I was about your age.
U: I' __ years old.
G: Like I said, when I was your age.
Thats how the conversation will probally start.
Also, tell them about yourself. Favorite activities? Grade?
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Miss Anonymous
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**P.S. Good Luck**
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old people are cool. first try to be really nice and like hi! i'm ___________ (your name =]) give lots of hugs. but if you get a vibe that theyre grumpy like you said, kinda back off. just dont be so friendly, but dont let them know that you're uncomfortable
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With elderly people, or "oldies", you never know how they act. They sometimes are confused, sick, or have mental/illnesses. So you never know who you are going to meet. I would just be really friendly, and for a week visit every single person for at least 10 minutes. Meet people, and try and get to know them. Then you could know who's grumpy/mean. Its really good to be nice to all of them, since they are in their old age, and they don't know whats going on half the time, and are getting old/tired and they could go any day. So make sure you keep that in mind, and just always be sweet to WHOEVER you meet.
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I think if you go in with a smile on your face and act very approchable they will love you! My grandparents love people who are easy to talk to and carry a good conversation. Also, dress conservatively since they probably will judge you right off the bat. I'd say a nice sweater or polo with jeans. As long as you look like you want to be there and socialize a lot I think you'll be fine!
Hope i could help :)
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