International Day of Older Persons 2022: According to the United Nations a person who is over 60 years is referred to as an Older Persons. The Older Persons have a strong positive attitude and they give any ideas about our future with the help of their knowledge and experience. Generally in a home the Older Persons also known as GrandParents told many stories to their GrandChildren and they took care of their family members in every possible way. Old age is said to be the last cycle of a human life so we have to take care of the Old People. With the surrounding of the older persons we can learn our traditions in a better way. The International Day of Older Persons is observed every year on 1st October. Let’s see about the history, theme, significance and quotes of the International Day of Older Persons. 

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International Day of Older Persons 2022: History

• In 1990, the United Nations General Assembly adopted resolution 45/106 and declared October 1 as International Day of Older Persons.
• This day was first observed on October 1, 1991. 
• In 1982, the World Assembly on Ageing adapted the Vienna international Plan of Action on Ageing to initiative the International Day of Older Persons. 

International Day of Older Persons Theme 2022

• The International Day of Older Persons was celebrated with some special theme every year. The International Day of Older Persons Theme 2022 is “The Resilience and Contributions of Older Women”.

International Day of Older Persons 2022: Significance

• The International Day of Older Persons is observed to pay attention to the misconceptions about the older persons and ageing. 
• This day is observed in order to encourage old people and create awareness about their potential.
• We can celebrate the International Day of Older Persons by visiting old age homes, spending our time with our grandparents and we can get some knowledge from them.
• On this day we must encourage the old people and spend time with them by doing activities which makes this day a memorable one.

International Day of Older Persons: Quotes

Here we give some quotes which are related to the International Day of Older Persons,

• “Old age is not a disease-it is strength and survivorship, triumph over all kinds of vicissitudes and disappointments, trials, and illnesses.”
• “Those Who Respect The Elderly Pave Their Own Road Toward Success.”
• “Wrinkles Should Merely Indicate Where Smiles Have Been.”
• “To Make An Elderly Person Happy Is sThe Noblest Act A Young Person Can Ever Do!”

International Day of Older Persons 2022: FAQs

Q: When is the International Day of Older Persons celebrated?

A: The International Day of Older Persons is celebrated on 1st October of every year.

Q: What is the theme of the International Day of Older Persons 2022?

A: International Day of Older Persons Theme 2022 is  “The Resilience and Contributions of Older Women”.

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