01/10/2026
Growing older should never mean becoming invisible.
Older people are an important part of every community. They are parents, grandparents, neighbours, mentors, friends and people with decades of knowledge and experience to share. Yet loneliness, limited mobility, health challenges or reduced social connection can sometimes make everyday life more difficult.
International Day of Older Persons is an opportunity to remember to value, respect and include the older people around us. A simple visit, phone call, helping hand or shared cup of tea can mean more than we realise.
At Lions, caring for our communities means caring for people at every stage of life.
Who is an older person in your life who could use a little extra connection this week? Give them a call, pay them a visit or simply spend some time together.