đ Senior Citizens Day
Every year on August 21st, we celebrate National Senior Citizens Day.
From the Presidential Proclamation: "Throughout our history, older people have achieved much for our families, our communities, and our country. That remains true today, and gives us ample reason this year to reserve a special day in honor of America's senior citizens."
"And more than 4.5 million senior citizens are serving as volunteers in various programs and projects that benefit every sector of society. Wherever the need exists, older people are making their presence feltâfor their own good and that of others.â
The last two decades have seen the country grow continuously older.
đ Did you know? Since 2000, the national median age â the point at which one-half the population is older and one-half younger â has increased by 3.4 years according to recently released 2021 Population Estimates from the Census Bureau.
You May Be Interested In
- America Counts: A Stateâs Median Age Does Not Tell The Whole Story
- Stats for Stories: Older Americans Month
- Press Release: Nation Continues to Age as it Becomes More Diverse
Visit our Stats for Stories page to learn more about Senior Citizens Day and other notable observances.
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