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Simple Activities You Can Do with Your Employer Inside the Shelter During a Siren or Missile Attack

iSavta | 20.06.2025

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When the siren sounds in Israel, it means you must quickly go to the shelter or safe room. This can be a scary and stressful time, especially for your elderly employer. But once you are inside the shelter and safe, you can help your employer stay calm by doing some simple and fun activities together.

Here are some easy ideas for activities you can do with your employer while waiting inside the shelter:

1. Talk to Each Other

Talking can help reduce fear and anxiety. Ask your employer about their childhood, family, favorite food, or memories. This can be a good time to know them better. You can also tell them stories about your own family or life back home. Talking helps pass the time and keeps the mind busy.

2. Sing or Hum a Song

Singing can be very relaxing. You can sing a song together or just hum a melody. You don’t have to sing loud. Soft singing or humming can help calm your employer. If they don’t remember songs, you can sing a simple lullaby or a song from their youth.

3. Look at Photos Together

If your employer has a photo album or pictures on their phone, look at them together. Talk about the people and memories in the photos. This is a nice way to make your employer feel happy and loved, especially during a scary time.

4. Play Simple Games

Here are some easy games you can play without needing anything:

“I Spy” – Say “I spy with my little eye something that is…” and describe something in the shelter. Let your employer guess what it is.
Guess the Word – Choose a word and give clues until they guess it.
Counting Game – Count how many things are in the room: chairs, bottles, books, etc.

Simple games like these can help distract both of you from the noise outside.

5. Breathe Together

Teach your employer to breathe slowly and deeply. Try this: breathe in for 4 seconds, hold for 4 seconds, and breathe out for 4 seconds. Do it together a few times. This helps calm the nerves and reduce fear.

6. Say a Prayer

If your employer is religious, praying together can bring peace. You can ask if they want to say a short prayer. You can also say a quiet prayer in your own language or religion. The important thing is to feel calm and safe together.

7. Massage Their Hands or Back

A gentle hand or back massage can help relax your employer. It also helps them feel cared for. Use slow, light movements. Touch brings comfort, especially during stressful times.

8. Play Music on Your Phone

If you have a phone and internet or saved songs, play soft music. Choose calming or familiar music your employer likes. Music is powerful and can change the mood quickly.

9. Remind Them It Will Be Okay

Keep your voice calm and gentle. Tell your employer that you are both safe now, and this will pass. Positive words and your quiet presence can help a lot.