Senior citizens are often described as living libraries or treasures of wisdom, whose experiences can enrich lives of younger people in countless ways. Ha, ha.

On this World Senior Citizen’s Day (August 21, 2025), let us celebrate seniors not just for the years they’ve lived, but for the unique, laughter-filled, and resilient journeys that brought them here.

This year's theme of the:World Senior Citizen’s Day (also known as National Senior Citizens Day in the US) is "Empowering Elderly Voices for an Inclusive Future."

"Senior Citizens" are not automatically any wiser than anybody else. In fact, they may be dumber than most.

In the 60's we said, "Don't trust anybody over 30." Good to keep in mind still. But now we can say, "Don't trust anybody regardless of age until they earn your trust.