The National Day of Joy Comes to Williamsport, PA, and the Surrounding Area

The National Day of Joy was created in 2019 as a day for all of us to stop, take a deep breath, and celebrate the joyous things in our lives. Comfort Keepers is a proud sponsor of this event, held nationwide in towns and cities, including in Williamsport. 

Why this day matters so much

We, along with many other co-sponsors of this special day, have noticed the increasing number of people who have become so embroiled in their lives, along with all the negativity and stress that comes with it. The number of people suffering from depression is skyrocketing, yet in many cases, looking for and finding the joy in our lives can go a long way towards relieving the stress and anxiety we feel.

Making a difference

News of the inaugural Day of Joy and the happiness it helped to create was soon featured on television and radio. Even newspapers and magazines published articles depicting the effects of this event on those who attended one of the many nationwide events, including the one in Williamsport, PA. Our town had a drive-through meal complete with a box lunch. 

Many care-at-home caregivers used this event to take their clients on an outing and "treat" them to lunch. Our senior clients seemed to appreciate the day out, sharing the box lunch and the joy of mutual companionship.

Your body needs a little joy

There are many reasons for a person to feel lonely and depressed, but no matter the reason, these feelings can lead to poor physical and mental health. Outings such as these, and the joy they bring, make our hearts beat faster, pushing more oxygen into our brains. The extra oxygen causes our brains to release endorphins, which help reduce much of the worry and stress of our daily lives. We encourage our caregivers to take their clients to special events, such as the National Day of Joy, and to other outdoor activities in Williamsport, PA. 

We all feel different levels of joy

During the inaugural National Day of Joy events, we asked adults across age groups questions to gauge their level of joy. At the bottom are those aged 18 and 29, and in the middle are those aged 45 to 60. Surprisingly, those who reported the highest levels of joy were people over 60.

Call us anytime in Williamsport

When talking to the adult children of those enjoying Comfort Keepers' service, they tell us that when their loved one embraces the joy of living, they tend to worry less about them. As a leading provider of senior care at home services, Comfort Keepers offers a comprehensive selection of services designed to improve our clients in Williamsport, PA's overall quality of life, and our goal is to help our clients find a little extra joy in their lives. To learn more, call (570) 659-6301.