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Salamanca Today
By the People, for the People
Kiwanis Kids Spread Valentine's Day Cheer at Local Nursing Home
Elementary school students create handmade cards and beaded hearts for residents.
Published on Feb. 16, 2026
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The Salamanca Kiwanis Kids, a group of young leaders at Prospect Elementary School, recently gathered to create Valentine's Day cards and beaded hearts for residents at the local nursing home. The students took on the task with inspiration, writing words of kindness and creating handmade decorations to remind the residents that they are cared about.
Why it matters
The Kiwanis Kids' gesture is a heartwarming example of how community service and intergenerational connections can brighten the lives of nursing home residents, many of whom may not have regular visitors or feel isolated, especially during holidays.
The details
During their February meeting, the Kiwanis Kids at Prospect Elementary School spent time writing Valentine's Day cards and making beaded hearts to deliver to the residents of the local nursing home. The students were guided by their co-advisor, Kari Kloss, as they crafted the personalized items with the goal of spreading joy and letting the residents know they are valued members of the community.
- The Kiwanis Kids met in February to create the Valentine's Day items.
- The handmade cards and decorations were delivered to the nursing home residents before Valentine's Day.
The players
Salamanca Kiwanis Kids
A group of young leaders at Prospect Elementary School who engage in community service projects.
Kari Kloss
The co-advisor of the Salamanca Kiwanis Kids.
What they’re saying
“The students took on the task with inspiration as they wrote words of kindness and created handmade decorations to remind the residents that they are cared about.”
— Kari Kloss, Kiwanis Kids Co-Advisor (salamancapress.com)
The takeaway
The Kiwanis Kids' thoughtful gesture demonstrates the positive impact that community service and intergenerational connections can have, especially for those who may feel isolated in nursing homes. Their handmade cards and decorations are a heartwarming reminder of the power of kindness and compassion.
