World Senior Citizen's Day (Redirected from World Senior Citizens Day)
World Senior Citizen's Day | |
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Observed by | United States Of America |
Date | 21 August |
Frequency | Annual |
The World Senior Citizen's Day is celebrated on 21 August each year.[1]
The celebration took place for the first time on 1 October 1991. The day is known to increase awareness of the factors and issues that affect older adults, such as age deterioration and the study of problems that affect their lives, elder abuse. It is also a day to recognize and acknowledge the contributions of older people to society.
History
The history of the World Senior Citizen's Day dates back to 1988. It was officially founded by the former President of the United States of America, Ronald Reagan. He had signed on August 19, 1988, the promulgation of 5847, which appeared on 21 August as National Day of the Third Age.[2] Ronald Reagan was the first to announce the first National Day of the Third Age.
โRonald Reagan said, in his Presidential Proclamation.[2]
Purpose
The main purpose of National Senior Citizen's Day is to raise awareness of the condition of older people and to support them throughout the aging process. The day is also recognized for the well-being of the elderly to recognize and appreciate their accomplishments and their participation in society in order to promote through their skills and knowledge.[3]
The reason to celebrate this day is to thank the elders for everything they have done for their children and to acknowledge them. They sacrifice their entire lives to nurture their relationships. Such a selfless service that his whole life has received from his family deserves something important. That's why National Senior Citizens' Day is celebrated. When they dedicate a special day of the year to the elderly, they give their families the opportunity to see their love and commitment. National Senior Citizens' Day is an important moment to remind the government of its commitment to work towards goals, to help seniors and, among other things, to end hunger and poverty for the elderly and people of all ages.[3]
See also
References
- ^ "World Senior Citizens Day: All you need to know about age-related macular degeneration". Times Now. 21 August 2018.
- ^ a b Upadhyaya, Ruchinka (21 August 2014). "National Senior Citizens Day: How to Celebrate the Day, History and Inspirational Quotes". International Business Times.
- ^ a b "Senior Citizens Day in the United States". timeanddate.com. Retrieved 24 August 2018.