National Council for Senior Citizens Celebrates Centenarian Day 2023
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Friday, May 19, 2023
National Council for Senior Citizens Celebrates Centenarian Day 2023
Jamaica celebrates Centenarians Day on May 20, 2023. The National Council for Senior Citizens (NCSC), a department within the Ministry of Labour and Social Security (MLSS), honoured eight outstanding senior citizens, aged 100 years and older across Kingston and St Andrew in observance of Centenarians’ Day 2023. This is largely influenced by the Ministry acknowledging the profound impact of these citizens’ contributions to nation-building.
Permanent Secretary in the Ministry of Labour and Social Security, Colette Roberts Risden, expressed her profound respect for the centenarians “We are proud to honour our centenarians. Their tenacity, intelligence, and untiring spirit set an example for future generations. We express our sincerest appreciation for their service to our country and recognize their lasting contribution to shaping Jamaica.”
Centenarians Day 2023 serves as a reminder of the work and legacy of Jamaica’s senior citizens, and the National Council for Senior Citizens remains steadfast in its commitment to advocating for the well-being and rights of senior citizens.
Executive Director of the National Council for Senior Citizens, Cassandra Morrison, commented on the event: “Centenarian Day is a joyous occasion that allows us to honour the longevity and wisdom of our cherished senior citizens. We are grateful to meet with them and hear and learn from their stories. Our partnership with the Jamaica Memory Bank documents their experiences.
Echoing the same sentiments, Chairman of the NCSC, Grace-Ann Scarlett Duncan said, “Our centenarians represent a wealth of knowledge and experience that is invaluable to our country. We are proud to acknowledge and honour their remarkable lives, and we will continue our efforts to provide them with the care, respect, and support they deserve.”
Centenarian Day is a welcomed yearly tradition that stands as a most memorable one. This year, reigning Jamaica Festival Queen, Velonique Bowen patronized the centenarians and calls for young people to engage with seniors for a better society. The experiences and significant contributions of Jamaica’s centenarians color our rich history and offer invaluable gems of wisdom for the younger generations.
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