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2023 International Day of Older Persons
Posted On Tuesday September 26, 2023
Contributor: Inclusion-Diversity-Equity- Inclusion-Advocacy (I.D.E.A) Committee
October 1st is recognized as the United Nations International Day of Older Persons. It was designated as such on October 1, 1991 as part of the UN’s efforts to begin highlighting situations faced by older people and adopting the ‘World Assembly on Aging”. The 2023 theme is 'Fulfilling the promises of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights for Older Persons.
Ideas to Celebrate International Day of Older Persons & honor the elderly
- Spend time with elderly loved ones.
- Visit local area nursing homes. ...send greeting cards with personalized messages.
- Start a family history project.
- Volunteer for projects that benefit elderly.
- Host a party or luncheon to celebrate.
Quotes that Honor the elderly
- “One of the things I’ve been taught by Native American Elders is the importance of patience, of waiting to do things when the time is right.” Joseph Bruchac
- “Both the elderly and the young need to be respected for their contributions”.
- “There is wisdom that comes from years of experience, the elderly have a wealth of knowledge.”
- “One day, you will also be an elder, enough said”.
- "Show respect to elders even in the things you do not say".
- “The integrity of elders gives children courage and confidence”.
- “In Asian cultures, respecting elders is considered paramount”.
A few RESOURCES to learn more…
- International Day of Older Persons
- 2023 Theme: Fulfilling the Promises of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights for Older Persons: Across Generations
- Video: Change the Way You Think About Age! Centenarians Answer the Right Questions…
- Video: 5 facts about the world population getting older
- Department of Economic and Social Affairs Aging
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