Elderly Week Institutionalized in La Union
By: Zenaida D. Sellem, GPC-PSWDO
In recognition of the vital role of the elderly in nation building, Gov. Francisco Emmanuel “Pacoy” R. Ortega III signed the institutionalization of the elderly week dubbed as “Lawas Dagiti Nataengant ti Probinsia ti La Union Act of 2019” to be celebrated every first week of October every year through Ordinance No.178-2019.
The awarding of 10 Outstanding Senior Citizens in the Province in recognition of the acts or contributions among unsung elders who have made a difference in the lives of many and have given exemplary services to their constituents from the time they became senior citizens is one of the anticipated activities of this celebration. Also the Walk for Life (Pagna Para Ti Biag), a one kilometer walk to be participated by abled and fit Senior Citizens will also be held.
Presidential Proclamation No. 470 mandates the annual celebration of “Elderly Filipino Week” or “Linggo ng Nakakatandang Filipino” every first week of October of every year.
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