This post is sponsored by Aflac. I was compensated for writing it, but all opinions are 100% mine

 

When we give back, we are helping someone in need. Giving back could be something small and can still mean the world to someone. Kind actions also make you feel good. I try to give back during the year, but during the holiday season, I try to do something more to include the whole family.

This year I partnered with Aflac as one of their #AflacHolidayHelpers, along with other influencers, and celebrity parents and philanthropists Kevin and Danielle Jonas on what I think is one of the best campaigns I could ask to be a part of. I had the opportunity to help a family going through particularly challenging times due to recent health events. 

The Family 

The family I chose (Tom, Cindy, Marg, Teena) would never ask for help, but rather ask what they can do for you. Many life-changing events, including losing a brother in 9-11, have not broken their spirit for life or giving back. Recently, their house was flooded with oil, forcing them live in a motel for months. With no kitchen for home-cooked meals, they counted on the breakfast and lunch restaurant they opened with their life savings. The restaurant then had a major flood and before they knew it, everything in their life was gone. The final test for them was finding out that Tom had the beginning stages of dementia. 

Cindy, one of my best friends, makes beautiful crocheted blankets and has given blankets to my children and my grandchildren. While Cindy had these tragic events happening in her life, she made sure when my granddaughter was born that she received her homemade blanket. I can go on and on about the countless things this family has done for other people. 

How we’re giving back

• Tech gifts for Tom- We purchased Tom a smart watch with GPS, to give the family relief should he wander off. We also got a tablet device for Tom to keep him busy playing games while Cindy and the girls run the restaurant. As soon as he got home, he was on the tablet within minutes! 

• Shopping for Cindy and the girls-You’ll never be able to replace clothes damaged by oil and any spare minute they have isn’t spent on shopping. Shoes and makeup: here we come!  
  
• A pamper day for Cindy and the girls. A manicure and pedicure will make anyone feel like they had a great day!  
• Groceries! Simple things like having cupboards full can ease the worries of “What’s for dinner?” so we went grocery shopping! A fun night out to dinner, too! 
  

Aflac helps to prepare

Aflac is there in your time of need – big or small. To learn more about Aflac, visit Aflac.com/Lifestyle

Putting Smiles on faces!!

In the United States, Aflac is a leader in voluntary insurance sales at the work site. Aflac knows that major medical insurance may not cover every expense related to a serious health event, so supplemental insurance from Aflac is there to help fill in the holes.

 

Aflac herein means American Family Life Assurance Company of Columbus and American Family Life Assurance Company of New York.

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