Join us for #NationalBookMonth this October

This October, we are celebrating #NationalBookMonth as part of our 2024 Bright Spots calendar. Books play an essential role in our communities, not only offering entertainment and education but also fostering empathy, understanding, and connection—values that are particularly meaningful in the field of aging services.

Throughout the month, we will explore the power of storytelling and literature in shaping relationships, sparking meaningful conversations, and enhancing the quality of care. We encourage members to share the ways in which books are enriching their communities.

HOW TO PARTICIPATE IN #NATIONALBOOKMONTH:

1. Share Stories of Book Lovers in Your Community
Does your community have residents or staff who love to read? Share their stories! Highlight favorite books, reading clubs, or personal experiences that have shaped their lives. Let’s celebrate the role books play in the daily lives of your residents.

2. Host a Book Club or Reading Circle
Engage your residents by hosting a book club or reading circle focused on books that promote empathy, understanding, or explore aging. Discuss how the themes resonate with participants and bring people together through shared stories.

3. Recommend and Review Books That Matter
Encourage your residents, staff, and families to share their favorite book recommendations related to aging, empathy, and caregiving. Post reviews and discussions online to connect with others who share a love for books.

4. Donate Books
Encourage your community to donate books to local libraries, schools, etc. Sharing the love of reading can make a lasting impact on others, especially when the books promote messages of empathy and understanding.

5. Engage with Authors or Local Libraries
Partner with local authors or libraries to host discussions, virtual readings, or even live author events. These collaborations can deepen connections within your community and offer new perspectives on the topics that matter most in aging services.

SOCIAL MEDIA ACTIVITIES:

Promote #NationalBookMonth on Social Media

Books can unite people across generations and spark meaningful discussions. Use our social media toolkit to engage your community in conversations about their favorite books, inspiring reading moments, and how literature fosters empathy and understanding in aging services.

Be sure to follow us on social media at @LeadingAgeTexas/@LeadingAgeTX, tag us, and use the hashtag #NationalBookMonth. Feel free to use our sample posts below, and check out our banners and graphics for extra engagement!

SAMPLE POSTS/TWEETS:

• Books have the power to connect people of all ages. This October, join us in celebrating #NationalBookMonth by sharing your favorite stories about aging, empathy, and community. What book has touched your heart? #UpliftAging 📚

• At [Community Name], we believe in the magic of books! This #NationalBookMonth, we’re highlighting the stories that foster empathy and understanding between generations. Share your favorite reads with us! #UpliftAging 📖✨

• From lifelong learners to avid readers, our residents prove that the love of reading knows no age. Celebrate #NationalBookMonth with us by exploring stories that bring us closer together. #UpliftAging

• Books help us better understand one another, no matter our age. This October, we’re celebrating #NationalBookMonth by diving into stories that explore aging, caregiving, and empathy. What’s on your reading list? #UpliftAging 📚📖

• Storytelling brings our community together. Whether it’s a classic novel or a touching memoir, books help us connect across generations. Celebrate #NationalBookMonth with us and share your favorite stories. #UpliftAging 📚

SAMPLE EMAIL OR NEWSLETTER BLURB

Join Us in October for #NationalBookMonth

This October, LeadingAge Texas is celebrating #NationalBookMonth, a time to explore the joy of reading and the powerful role books play in fostering empathy, knowledge, and understanding. From cherished classics to new favorites, books have the ability to connect us, spark conversations, and enrich our lives at any age.

We invite you to take part in the celebration by sharing your favorite books, enjoying a new story, or discussing the books that have inspired you. Whether it’s a novel, a memoir, or a collection of poetry, we encourage everyone to celebrate the love of reading this month.

Let’s come together through the power of books and storytelling this October!