Here are some interesting statistics pertaining to Senior Citizens. During 1950, there were 200 million people living above 60 years old and by the year 2000 that number had tripled to nearly 600 million. It is estimated that and by 2025 there will be over 1 billion senior persons. In 2002 the United Nations envisaged a Plan of Action for Aging citizens in which all governments jointly pledged to work for the security and well being of older people and create in them an awareness of their rights and privileges.
Older persons are generally sidelined, neglected, and in some cases even abused. The elderly need true love and care in their autumn years. October 1st is being observed as International Day of Older persons the world over and this day is deemed as an occasion to celebrate the wisdom and achievements senior citizens and to advocate for the rights of older people throughout the world. This International Day of older persons conceived by the United Nations is being observed on October, 1st every year starting from 1991. Older people have limited regenerative abilities and are more prone to disease, syndromes, and frequent sickness. In the total life span of an individual, old age is the last stage of human life when a person turns weak and infirm. This is the period of their life when they need a lot of care and support. If we share their loneliness and fears or at least empathize with them, they will feel really contended.
The Senior Citizens Bureau is a national, non-profit community resource for the elderly and children of the elderly. They have the experience and expertise and trained staff to provide exemplary care to senior citizens. To avail their services contact: 832-230-1238 or e-mail them at director@seniorcitizensbureau.com. Visit www.seniorcitizensbureau.com for more information.