Jesus, I ask for comfort

and hope for those who

are in nursing homes

May they feel your presence

and know you see them

as precious and having

your love in their hearts

May they be treated with dignity

I also pray for the caregivers

They have such a hard job

and many times don't receive

acknowledgement for what they do

May they know the importance

and beauty of their job

and realize they are

bringing you to the people

they are serving

Please give them strength

when they become tired and

when the job becomes very stressful

May the people who make decisions

regarding the money that

nursing homes receive

know they too will be older

one day and to be senstive

to the needs and challenges

of these wonderful people

Amen