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National Senior Citizens Day

Wisdom deserves a celebration.

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National Senior Citizens Day

When is National Senior Citizens Day?

Every year on August 21.

What is National Senior Citizens Day?

National Senior Citizens Day, proclaimed by President Ronald Reagan in 1988, honors the wisdom, achievements, and contributions of older generations. The day encourages spending time with seniors, listening to their stories, and helping combat the isolation that can come with aging.

How to celebrate

Mark the day with a poster made in Dayfeed — pick your favourite photo as the background, share it to your story or group chat, and set a reminder so you never miss it next year.

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  • #SeniorCitizensDay
  • #RespectYourElders
  • #Seniors

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