Senior Citizen Day

Senior Citizens Day History

Senior Citizen Day aims to honor and support elders. Senior Citizens play an important role in our society as they help us understand the past while teaching us life lessons for the future. Seniors are valued due to their achievements, knowledge, and contributions to society. President Ronald Reagan is credited with the origin of this observance in 1988. There are many businesses that offer discounts for senior citizens on this day. 

Senior Citizens Day Facts

• According to prb.org, there were 52 million Americans aged 65 or older in the US in 2018. That number is expected to increase to 95 million by 2060.
• The average life expectancy in the US increased from 68 years in 1950 to 78.6 years in 2017.
• According to prb.org, between 2019 and 2060 the older US population is projected to become more racially and ethnically diverse. The percentage of older non-Hispanic whites is projected to drop from 77% to 55%.

Senior Citizens Day Top Events and Things to Do

• Spend time with your grandparents and those older members of your family. Seniors have a wealth of wisdom to share. Enjoy them while they're here.
• Take seniors friends and family out to eat. Seniors are eligible for certain discounts depending on the location. Several breakfast restaurants like Denny offer senior discounts.
• Watch a movie about senior citizens still enjoying life. Here are our suggestions:

Going In Style (2017)
I'll See You In My Dreams (2015)
The Bucket List (2007)