(Print) Use this randomly generated list as your call list when playing the game. There is no need to say the BINGO column name. Place some kind of mark (like an X, a checkmark, a dot, tally mark, etc) on each cell as you announce it, to keep track. You can also cut out each item, place them in a bag and pull words from the bag.
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Food is not just about nutritional needs but it’s more about traditions, memories, feelings and social status.
Seniors highly respected in Italian culture: wisdom and guidance
Neglect (4.2%)
Cultural Sensitivity
Family care is valued, independence is encouraged
Holistic Approach
Eye contact
It is common for both immediate and extended family members to live together
Grandparents – roles like decisions, consulted on important matters
This Care home fosters an independent care approach with minor supervision.
Food brings forth a way of celebrating and coming together as food is used as a way to connect with others.
Although food patterns change over the lifetime, the need to continue the traditions remains of the same importance.
Sexual abuse (0.9%)
Stand when they enter the room
In Italy, taking care of older family members at home is common
Work beyond retirement age, family-owned business
Seniors are fully committed to their children and grandchildren,
Psychological abuse (11.6%)
Personal grooming, dress well, appearance
"Aging in place" (Expatica, 2025)
Family Engagement
In Italian culture, there is a deep respect for elderly family members.
Help Italian seniors get connected to Canada's many Italian communities and districts
Social worker can try to connect Senior Italians to the center for community and cultural support.
