1 October
is National Day For Older Persons, an Internationally celebrated holiday. The
holiday is celebrated by raising awareness about issues affecting the elderly
such as senescence and elderly abuse. It is also a day to appreciate the
contributions that elderly people make to society.
Naturally,
we at Retire At Home greatly value this day.
For so many
of us, life has become so busy it is passing us by at an alarming pace. As
children, we wish we could be older, and when we reach adulthood,
responsibility weighs heavily on us. By the time we reach our senior years, the
experience and life lessons we have gained can fill books.
As we
celebrate, International day of older persons, let us be reminded to spend time
with our loved ones. Ask for their stories, listen to the advice they have,
make them feel valued. Honouring the sacrifices they have made and the work
they have done. Let us teach our children to value their grandparents and treat
them with love and respect.
A society
is built upon the contributions of many generations, and to disregard one group
of our community, in the words of Nelson Mandela, could endanger our future.
Love the people around you, spend time with them while you can, and care for those who can no longer care for themselves - they deserve it.