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Senior Citizens’ Week 2023: Embracing Wisdom, Uniting Generations

Senior Citizens' Week 2023, spearheaded by the National Council for Senior Citizens, is just around the corner, promising a two-week-long celebration of wisdom, unity, and intergenerational bonds. With the theme "Embracing Wisdom, Uniting Generations," this year's event is set to bring together people of all ages to honour and celebrate the invaluable contributions of our senior citizens.

From September 24 to October 8, 2023, a diverse range of activities and events will take place across Jamaica, dedicated to recognising and cherishing the elderly in our society.

Schedule of Events: National Church Service (September 17, 2023 @ 7:00 a.m.) Venue: Power of Faith Ministries, Portmore, St. Catherine

SCW Press Launch (September 19, 2023 @ 10:00 a.m.) Venue: AC Marriott Hotel, Kingston Virtual: MLSS YouTube and Facebook

World Alzheimer's Day (September 21, 2023) Theme: "Never too early, never too late" Event: Runaway Bay Memory Club Launch Venue: Runaway Bay New Testament Church, St. Ann

National Grandparents Day (September 24, 2023 @ 3:00 p.m.) Event: Seniors Evening Venue: The Verandah, Juici Patties Complex, Clarendon Park, May Pen

National Senior Spelling Bee (September 28, 2023 @ 10:00 a.m.) Virtual: MLSS YouTube and Facebook Live Broadcast: Power 106FM Venue: Terra Nova All-Suite Hotel

International Day of Older Persons (October 1, 2023) Theme: "Fulfilling the Promises of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights for Older Persons: Across Generations" Event: Publication of Senior Citizens’ Week Supplement in the Jamaica Observer

Ageing Fair (October 5, 2023 @ 10:00 a.m.) Venue: Emancipation Park, Kingston

2K Purple Run Walk (October 8, 2023 @ 7:00 a.m.) Venue: Island Village, Ocho Rios, St. Ann

Celebrating Wisdom and Unity: Senior Citizens' Week 2023 seeks to bridge generational gaps and celebrate the wealth of wisdom, knowledge, and experiences that our senior citizens bring to the table. The events are designed not only to honour the elderly but also to foster connections between generations.

Through the theme, "Embracing Wisdom, Uniting Generations," the week encourages dialogue, understanding, and a deep appreciation of the contributions made by our senior citizens.

Highlight Events: The National Senior Spelling Bee will showcase the mental agility and sharpness of our senior citizens, emphasising that learning knows no age.

On National Grandparents Day, families are encouraged to spend quality time with their elderly relatives, reminiscing about the past and creating new memories together.

The Ageing Fair promises an informative and enjoyable day for seniors and their families, featuring health screenings, workshops, and entertainment.

The 2K Purple Run Walk is a fun and active event that promotes fitness and well-being among senior citizens while raising awareness about their needs and concerns.

National Senior Citizens' Week 2023, with its theme "Embracing Wisdom, Uniting Generations," is set to be a heartwarming and enriching celebration of our elderly population. It's an opportunity for people of all ages to come together, recognise the invaluable wisdom of our senior citizens, and strengthen the bonds that connect generations. Whether you participate in the events or simply take time to appreciate the elderly in your life, this week is a reminder that the wisdom of our senior citizens is a treasure that unites us all.
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  1. AnonymousNovember 3, 2023 at 2:51 PM

    This is very good and promises to be stimulating. The stall with the art and craft fair would be right up my street. Where is this schedule of events posted. Eearly publishing say August would give Art and Craft exhibitors time to prepare items for their booths. I am sorry that I am seeing his so late.

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