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Non-Tech-Savvy Elderly Woman Asks Her Neighbors For Some Books Because She’s Bored And Living Alone, They Deliver

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Out of 3.9 billion people who’re now in lockdown, a huge portion is particularly vulnerable. The hardest isolation restrictions, a constant fear of the virus, and loneliness are among the things elders go through day by day. And some don’t even have a book to read.

So when a 72-year-old lady put up a note asking the neighbors for spare books or DVDs, everyone got together right away. Twitter user Bon Cliff from London told how they dropped off some goods at her door without too much thinking. But the woman was so touched she left a second thank-you note in the lobby. And it’s the most wholesome thing you’ll read today. With 494.6K likes and 68K retweets, Bon Cliff’s post went viral in an instant, showing just how much joy it brought to everyone.

Twitter user Bon Cliff from London found this note taped to the lobby door

Non-Tech-Savvy Elderly Woman Asks Her Neighbors For Some Books Because She's Bored And Living Alone, They Deliver

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The elder lady was so touched she wrote this wholesome thank-you letter to her neighbors

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Hans Kluge, the head of the World Health Organization Office for Europe, urged younger people to help the elders. In an online press conference, Kluge said: “Supporting and protecting older people living alone in the community is everyone’s business.” He asked everyone to remember that “physical distancing isn’t social isolation,” and it’s our duty to help the most vulnerable people during the lockdown.

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During times of isolation, older people need to have access to supplies, medicine, and nutritious food. Without that, loneliness can easily become torture and have a negative emotional impact. WHO warns that “mental health during anxious times is also a key consideration.” Usually, all it takes to lift a person’s spirits is a 5-minute phone call or bringing a bag with some much-needed items.

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Non-Tech-Savvy Elderly Woman Asks Her Neighbors For Some Books Because She's Bored And Living Alone, They Deliver

Non-Tech-Savvy Elderly Woman Asks Her Neighbors For Some Books Because She's Bored And Living Alone, They Deliver

Non-Tech-Savvy Elderly Woman Asks Her Neighbors For Some Books Because She's Bored And Living Alone, They Deliver

Non-Tech-Savvy Elderly Woman Asks Her Neighbors For Some Books Because She's Bored And Living Alone, They Deliver

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Non-Tech-Savvy Elderly Woman Asks Her Neighbors For Some Books Because She's Bored And Living Alone, They Deliver

Liucija Adomaite

Liucija Adomaite is a creative mind with years of experience in copywriting. She has a dynamic set of experiences from advertising, academia, and journalism. This time, she has set out on a journey to investigate the ways in which we communicate ideas on a large scale. Her current mission is to find a magic formula for how to make ideas, news, and other such things spread like a virus.

Liucija Adomaite is a creative mind with years of experience in copywriting. She has a dynamic set of experiences from advertising, academia, and journalism. This time, she has set out on a journey to investigate the ways in which we communicate ideas on a large scale. Her current mission is to find a magic formula for how to make ideas, news, and other such things spread like a virus.

Ilona Baliūnaitė

I'm a Visual Editor at Bored Panda since 2017. I've searched through a multitude of images to create over 2000 diverse posts on a wide range of topics. I love memes, funny, and cute stuff, but I'm also into social issues topics. Despite my background in communication, my heart belongs to visual media, especially photography. When I'm not at my desk, you're likely to find me in the streets with my camera, checking out cool exhibitions, watching a movie at the cinema or just chilling with a coffee in a cozy place

I'm a Visual Editor at Bored Panda since 2017. I've searched through a multitude of images to create over 2000 diverse posts on a wide range of topics. I love memes, funny, and cute stuff, but I'm also into social issues topics. Despite my background in communication, my heart belongs to visual media, especially photography. When I'm not at my desk, you're likely to find me in the streets with my camera, checking out cool exhibitions, watching a movie at the cinema or just chilling with a coffee in a cozy place

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jes0013 4 years ago

If in the US, please share iphone ipad app Libby. You will use your existing library card acct number to 'borrow' books to read on your phone or tablet. Plenty of options including newly released bestsellers, you can place a hold for books with plenty of others to read while you wait. 100% free!

3points

tuzdayschild 4 years ago

Libby and Hoopla are both great resources. Both work through your library card.

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Gipsy Kings fan 4 years ago

A heartwarming story, one of many that we've read about during the current crisis. But it is an INSULT to call this lady "non-tech-savvy." I’m 62 and have been using the Internet since the 90s, but I have no interest in or need for tablets, audio books, or streaming services. DVDs are making a comeback, and many movies and TV shows are not available on streaming services. Also, lots of people prefer printed books to e-books. The late, great author Ray Bradbury said of e-books: “Those aren’t books. You can’t hold a computer in your hand like you can a book. A computer does not smell. There are two perfumes to a book. If a book is new, it smells great. If a book is old, it smells even better. It smells like ancient Egypt. A book has got to smell. You have to hold it in your hands and pray to it. You put it in your pocket and you walk with it. And it stays with you forever. But the computer doesn’t do that for you. I’m sorry.”

1point

Karen Klinck 4 years ago

And you can't take in the bathtub and marinate like you can a real book.

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shado 4 years ago

to each their own; I do Audible audio books on my phone - my phone is waterproof as are my headphones ... qed: I can soak and marinate quite comfortably in the tub, at the beach or just waiting in line - no computer needed and no paper to get ripped, shredded or wet - but best of all I can close my eyes and really relax ... something still not possible with most printed materials and books

0points

Darth Vayda flower 4 years ago

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lara 4 years ago

I think this is something that should have been done. I check on my neighbors and friends before I go to the store. I call them every morning to check on them and chat. There is no such thing as too much kindness and I am so thrilled that people responded to this lady. I wish I could call and "check" on her. Thanks to everyone who are doing for others.

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jes0013 4 years ago

If in the US, please share iphone ipad app Libby. You will use your existing library card acct number to 'borrow' books to read on your phone or tablet. Plenty of options including newly released bestsellers, you can place a hold for books with plenty of others to read while you wait. 100% free!

3points

tuzdayschild 4 years ago

Libby and Hoopla are both great resources. Both work through your library card.

2points

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Gipsy Kings fan 4 years ago

A heartwarming story, one of many that we've read about during the current crisis. But it is an INSULT to call this lady "non-tech-savvy." I’m 62 and have been using the Internet since the 90s, but I have no interest in or need for tablets, audio books, or streaming services. DVDs are making a comeback, and many movies and TV shows are not available on streaming services. Also, lots of people prefer printed books to e-books. The late, great author Ray Bradbury said of e-books: “Those aren’t books. You can’t hold a computer in your hand like you can a book. A computer does not smell. There are two perfumes to a book. If a book is new, it smells great. If a book is old, it smells even better. It smells like ancient Egypt. A book has got to smell. You have to hold it in your hands and pray to it. You put it in your pocket and you walk with it. And it stays with you forever. But the computer doesn’t do that for you. I’m sorry.”

1point

Karen Klinck 4 years ago

And you can't take in the bathtub and marinate like you can a real book.

1point

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shado 4 years ago

to each their own; I do Audible audio books on my phone - my phone is waterproof as are my headphones ... qed: I can soak and marinate quite comfortably in the tub, at the beach or just waiting in line - no computer needed and no paper to get ripped, shredded or wet - but best of all I can close my eyes and really relax ... something still not possible with most printed materials and books

0points

Darth Vayda flower 4 years ago

This comment has been deleted.

0points

lara 4 years ago

I think this is something that should have been done. I check on my neighbors and friends before I go to the store. I call them every morning to check on them and chat. There is no such thing as too much kindness and I am so thrilled that people responded to this lady. I wish I could call and "check" on her. Thanks to everyone who are doing for others.

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