I know from my own parents how important active older people are to a local community.
Sentiment: POSITIVE
The local community is very important in one's life; the feelings of identification with a place and people.
Our seniors have worked long and hard to better the economy, raise families and serve their communities. They deserve to live independent and active lives in their golden years.
It makes good sense for planners everywhere to provide more facilities in general that are aimed at older folks.
I have a great affinity for senior citizens.
In an ageing society, it makes sense to support older adults to develop new skills, prolonging their working lives.
The idea of community and helping others has always been a part of who I am. Growing up, my parents always made sure that my siblings and I were doing our part to serve our local community.
You seek help from the elders. A society with elders is healthy. It's not always that way in the West.
The bulk of our community is probably between the ages of 20 and 34.
As we get older, it's important for us to help hand back some of what we've gained as we've grown older. It should be one of your responsibilities - it's almost like being a mentor.
Anything that we can do to improve the lives of elderly people is welcome so far as I am concerned.
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