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Get ready to honor and celebrate the wisdom and contributions of our senior Filipino citizens during Elderly Filipino Week, which takes place on October 1. This week-long celebration has been observed since 1992, when it was first declared by former Philippine President Fidel V. Ramos. It's a time to show our respect and appreciation for the elderly members of our community, who have played a vital role in shaping our society and culture. From special events and activities to simply spending quality time with our elderly loved ones, there are many ways we can make this week extra meaningful and joyful for them. Let's make sure they know how much they mean to us!
<div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1991</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Older Persons Act of 1992</div><div class='timeline-text'>This Philippine act was signed into law, granting benefits and special privileges for seniors above 60 years old, laying the groundwork for Elderly Filipino Week.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1992</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Establishment of Elderly Filipino Week</div><div class='timeline-text'>Former Philippine President Fidel V. Ramos declared the first week of October as Elderly Filipino Week to honor the elderly and their contributions.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1999</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>First National Respect for Centenarians Day</div><div class='timeline-text'>The Philippine government officially recognizes centenarians (people who reach 100 years of age) as an integral part of the senior population celebrated during this week.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2003</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></void><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Establishment of Solo Parents' Welfare Act</div><div class='timeline-text'>This Act provided additional support to single elderly parents, further reinforcing the importance of senior citizens in the Philippine community.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2007</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></void><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Expanded Senior Citizens Act</div><div class='timeline-text'>This Act expanded benefits and privileges for senior citizens, including bigger discounts and value-added tax (VAT) exemptions on purchases.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2016</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></void><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Centenarians Act of 2016</div><div class='timeline-text'>This Act awarded an incentive of Php 100,000 to every Filipino centenarian, whether residing in the Philippines or abroad, further honoring elderly citizens during Elderly Filipino Week.</div></div></div>
<div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>1</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Host a Filipino food tasting</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Gather your friends and family to try traditional Filipino dishes and learn about the culture through its cuisine.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>2</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Organize a cultural dance workshop</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Invite a local dance group to teach traditional Filipino dances and have fun learning and celebrating together.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>3</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Volunteer at a senior center</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Spend time with elderly Filipinos by volunteering at a senior center and listening to their stories and experiences.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>4</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Create a photo collage of elderly Filipinos</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Collect photos of elderly Filipinos in your community and create a collage to honor and celebrate their contributions.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>5</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Organize a senior citizens appreciation day</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Plan a day of activities and treats for elderly Filipinos in your community to show your appreciation and gratitude for their wisdom and guidance.</p></div></div>
<div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>A</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>It celebrates the contributions of elderly Filipinos</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Elderly Filipino Week is a time to honor and recognize the valuable contributions that elderly Filipinos have made to their families, communities, and society as a whole. It's a way to show gratitude and respect for all that they have done throughout their lifetime.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>B</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>It raises awareness for issues affecting the elderly Filipino community</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Elderly Filipino Week also serves as a platform to bring attention to the challenges and issues faced by the elderly population in the Philippines. This includes healthcare access, social support, and financial stability. By raising awareness, steps can be taken to address these concerns and improve the lives of elderly Filipinos.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>C</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>It promotes intergenerational harmony and unity</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Elderly Filipino Week also serves as a reminder to younger generations about the important role that elderly Filipinos play in society. It promotes respect, understanding, and empathy towards the elderly and fosters closer relationships between different generations. This helps to create a more harmonious and united community.</p></div></div>
<div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>1</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Elderly Filipino Week emphasizes the Filipino value of “Pagmamano”</h3><p class='facts-content'>During this week, the traditional Filipino gesture of showing respect to elders called "Pagmamano", which involves bowing one’s head and placing the elder’s hand on one’s forehead, is widely practiced and promoted.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>2</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>The week is filled with activities aimed at promoting health and wellness among seniors</h3><p class='facts-content'>These activities typically include seminars about geriatric health and disease prevention, traditional Filipino games, and basic digital literacy classes designed for the elderly.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>3</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Elderly Filipino Week coincides with the UN's International Day of Older Persons</h3><p class='facts-content'>The United Nations' recognized International Day of Older Persons falls on October 1st, the same day as the start of Elderly Filipino Week, further emphasizing global respect and recognition for the elderly.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>4</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>The celebration highlights the continued ability of seniors to contribute to society</h3><p class='facts-content'>The week-long celebration places emphasis not only on the past contributions of seniors but also on their ability to continue serving the community. This is done through activities such as storytelling sessions where seniors impart wisdom from their lifetime of experiences.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>5</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Most Philippine cities have a mandatory ordinance to celebrate Elderly Filipino Week</h3><p class='facts-content'>This ensures that the important occasion is recognized throughout the country, promoting respect for seniors across different communities and cities.</p></div></div>
Elderly Filipino Week is celebrated on October 1 every year. In 2024 Elderly Filipino Week will occur on a Tuesday.
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