International Day of Older Persons: greetings in prose, poems, and bright postcards.

Today, October 1st, the International Day of Older Persons is celebrated worldwide. On this day, the world talks about the active actions taken to protect the interests of older people, creating favorable living conditions for them. It is also an occasion for reflection on the interconnection of generations.

Today is a great opportunity to say warm words of gratitude to parents, mothers, labor veterans, retirees, and all elderly people for their kindness and wisdom, many years of selfless work, and invaluable contribution to the development of Ukraine.

History of the holiday

On December 14, 1990, the UN General Assembly proclaimed October 1 as the International Day of Older Persons to raise awareness of the challenges and opportunities related to population aging. The holiday was established to recognize the contributions of older people to society and to raise awareness of their needs. Over Time, this day has become important for many countries that organize various events dedicated to elderly people.

Ukraine, as a full-fledged member of the UN, supported the initiative of the international community and has been celebrating this day annually since 1991. The decision to annually celebrate the International Day of Older Persons in Ukraine and to create appropriate social protection conditions for retirees, people with disabilities, and single non-working citizens was approved by a government decree dated September 26, 1997, № 1066 "On the annual celebration of the International Day of Older Persons".

According to international classification, an elderly person is considered to be someone who has reached the age of 65. By 2050, the number of such people in many developed countries will double (the so-called aging of nations process), and the total number in the world will be two billion people.

According to the UN, it is extremely important to actively utilize the productive and creative potential of older people. Society must simultaneously help overcome the psychological barrier of old age and reduce the burden of social expenses on young people by working retirees.

Greetings in prose

Congratulations on the International Day of Older Persons! We wish you good health, longevity, joy, heartfelt warmth, love, peace of mind, goodness, and faith in a better future! May you always be surrounded by the attention and care of loved ones, may your children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren delight you with their successes, and may nothing upset your daily life.

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On the occasion of the International Day of Older Persons, we wish you goodness, smiles, and human warmth. May each day bring you joy and well-being. Long life to you, peace, and health in your soul.

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Happy Day of Older Persons. May your age be your wealth. I wish you to live in abundance, have strength and good health, as well as an excellent pension. Live for your pleasure and enjoy each day.

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On this festive day, accept our sincere congratulations and deep gratitude for everything you have done for our future. Your work, your feat, and your respectful attitude towards people are incomparable examples for modern youth to follow. A low bow to you to the ground, dear grandfathers and grandmothers, and a big thank you for everything you have done for your descendants. I wish you the most important things - health, a clear sky, strength, and inspiration to continue to give the warmth of your smiles, happiness, and well-being! May all problems and adversities bypass you, and may the goodness you do return a hundredfold!

Greetings in poems

We wish you health,Many years of life,So that joy fillsThe whole world for you,Optimism, cheerfulness,Sunny days to you,So that you do not know sorrow,Live more cheerfully!

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May your wisdom bringIts knowledge to us,Strength and new heights to you,New recognition!

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You have seen so much,A huge experience behind you.On this day, I wish youTo live with a calm mind.

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Happy Day of Grandparents,Those who are rich in wisdom,Your years are an invaluable treasure,In our life, you are the best.

We wish you boundless joy,Health to be your joy,May your days be warm and clear,In love and happiness every moment,May your loved ones always be with you,May all plans and dreams come true.

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Happy holiday to you, grandmothers and grandfathers,On the day of love and respect,Your kindness and compassion are treasures,That cannot be destroyed or taken away by time.

We wish you health, joy, and peace,May your days be filled with smiles,May there always be comfort in the circle of your loved ones,And your heart blooms from happiness and love.

Bright postcards