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Celebrate the amazing accomplishments of those living to be 100 years old and older on National Centenarian's Day, September 22! This day was created to honor and recognize the unique accomplishments and achievements of centenarians who have lived a long life full of experiences. It’s also an opportunity for people to acknowledge the contributions centenarians have made to society during their lifetimes. They are truly an inspiration and a reminder that age is just a number. So let’s take this day to celebrate them and all they have done!
<div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1988</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Holiday Conception</div><div class='timeline-text'>National Centenarian's Day was first conceived and promoted by the Age of Cleveland, Ohio, in an effort to honor centenarians.</div></div></div><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'>National Recognition</div><div class='timeline-text'>The holiday gains nationwide recognition as a time to appreciate centenarians' wisdom, history, and experiences.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2000s</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Centenarian Population Growth</div><div class='timeline-text'>The U.S. Census Bureau reports a steady increase in the number of individuals reaching 100 years old throughout this decade.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2010</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Recognition in Other Countries</div><div class='timeline-text'>Similar recognitions and celebrations start to occur internationally in countries like the UK and Canada.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2020</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Virtual Celebrations</div><div class='timeline-text'>Due to COVID-19, many National Centenarian's Day observances move to remote or socially-distanced celebrations.</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'>Send a card</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Take the time to send a card or letter to a centenarian. Let them know how much you appreciate their life and legacy.</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'>Share stories</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Gather family and friends together and share stories of the centenarian. Celebrate the memories and experiences that have been passed down through generations.</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'>Visit a senior center</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Take the time to visit your local senior center. Spend some time with the residents and learn about their lives.</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'>Organize a party</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Organize a party celebrating the life of a centenarian. Invite family, friends, and neighbors to join in on the festivities.</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'>Donate to a charity</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Donate to a charity of your choice in honor of the centenarian. Choose an organization that is meaningful to you and make a difference in the lives of others.</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'>Celebrating the elderly</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>National Centenarian's Day is an opportunity to celebrate the many contributions and achievements of those who have been alive for 100 years or more. It's also a time to recognize their strength, wisdom, and hard work in the face of adversity.</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'>Sharing life experiences</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Centenarians can share their unique life experiences with young people, helping them to shape a better understanding of the world. By listening to and learning from their stories, we gain invaluable insights into different cultures, customs, and values that may not be explored through traditional education methods.</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'>Providing care and support</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>The elderly often need extra care and support as they age. National Centenarian's Day provides a way for family members, friends and caregivers to recognize the special needs of these individuals, offering them compassionate care so they can live out their last years in comfort and dignity.</p></div></div>
National Centenarian's Day is celebrated on September 22 every year. In 2024, National Centenarian's Day will fall on a Sunday.
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