Show respect to senior citizens
Photo: Shafiqul Alam
In Bangladesh slowly but steadily the elderly citizens are losing respect. They are considered to be an object in many families and then they are sent to old homes and the worst innings of their life starts there. Today's generation is so concerned about their children that they hardly find any time for their beloved parents. Why has this happened? With our increasing need to have the latest car, computer etc, have we forgotten that some things never change and how important old skills and wisdom of age are? In the past, even 15/20 years back, the elderly people in our society were well respected and senior citizens were considered wise and insightful. I think there are a lot of people who respect and honour their elderly parents and relatives and treasure their memories. But sadly, there are a lot of younger people who haven't been taught to listen to their elders or to value them. In our attempts to teach our children self-reliance, we might have made them so independent that they don't have any feelings or time for the old members of the family. Family values, morals, connectedness that strengthens family bonds and legacies should definitely be put in order. Government should give them priority on many occasions. Let them feel that they are special. Please do not send them to old homes.
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