World Day for Grandparents and the Elderly
Never too far apart.
When is World Day for Grandparents and the Elderly?
Every year on July 26.
Worldwide
What is World Day for Grandparents and the Elderly?
The World Day for Grandparents and the Elderly, held on the fourth Sunday of July, was instituted by Pope Francis in 2021 to honor the role of grandparents and elderly people in the life of families and society. The day encourages younger generations to visit and spend time with their grandparents and elderly relatives, combating the epidemic of loneliness that affects many older people. Elderly people carry irreplaceable wisdom, memories, and love that form the foundation of families and communities. The annual theme always centers on the dignity, presence, and invaluable contribution of the elderly.
How to celebrate
Mark the day with a poster made in Dayfeed — pick your favourite photo as the background, share it to your story or group chat, and set a reminder so you never miss it next year.
Hashtags
- #WorldDayForGrandparents
- #GrandparentsDay
- #ElderCare
- #Family
- #PopeFrancis
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