IN observance of International Day for Older Persons, the Ministry of Human Services and Social Security, through the Probation and Social Security Unit hosted “Seniors in Fashion: A Day of Celebration”, on Monday.

This event saw approximately 212 seniors enjoying a relaxing afternoon of praying, dancing, singing, fashion display, storytelling and music at the Round House, Kingston Seawall, Georgetown.
The Honourable Minister of Human Services and Social Security, Dr. Vindhya Persaud emphasised the significance of celebrating the lives and achievements of our seniors, and thanked them for their invaluable contributions to their family and country.

Minister Persaud noted that currently, 10.7 per cent of the world’s population is made up of senior citizens, and the life expectancy has increased over the years. In Guyana, the life expectancy of a woman is now 74, while that of a man is 70 years of age.
The minister reiterated the government’s commitment to support its senior citizens through a number of initiatives, such as the establishment of care centres, digital banking of old age pension, eye care, assistive aids, food hampers, power and water subsidy, and free passports. The seniors were invited to

utilise the services offered by the government, as it is their right and gratitude for all of their contributions to Guyana. (MHSS)