What a lovely idea. I'm sure they will enjoy this, and will love that you were so thoughtful to do so. Bless you for it. I usually write songs and poems at the school where I work, and the kids and other teachers get a kick out of them...So, I hope this works for you. Also, you can substitute...the words - Mortals for (Everyone)..and the word Older...for (Bolder)...if you like that better. Once Again, I think what you are doing is wonderful.
Slinkey...

It's that time of year
When Wiches and Goblins Appear..
Chasing All Mortals Away...

Have - No - Fear, you see..
They won't chase - You and Me...

We still Enjoy Halloween Fun..

We're Wiser and Older..
We Look Over Our Shoulder!

And they know, We Won't Run!!

So that's why Its Neat
As We Bring You these treats...
And Spread some Halloween Cheer..

I just wanted to say that I think this is a wonderful idea--I've never heard of it before. Halloween is my favorite holiday, and I'm always looking for new ways to add to the celebration. Wow...what you're doing is great. I'm going to try to add this to my Halloween traditions.

How do you go about finding people to visit? I'd really appreciate some advice on how to get started--I'm sorry that I'm going off topic.

Slinkey, thanks so much for the poem. It is great!!

Santabymail, I'm a church secretary at two churches and I'm bringing a friend from each church so we're going to meet and go through the church directories to plan our list of who to visit. We're hoping to get to at least 15 people (I'm hoping maybe more!) If you belong to a church they could tell you which people are the shut-ins, or you could call a nursing home and see if you could do it there. I am so excited...I can't wait to do this...I'm like a little kid who can't wait until Halloween! I went and got treat bags and candy today. I think I'll make cookies and maybe get apples. Any other ideas?
Deb

Thank you for the advice!