Niki Chow urges everyone to care for the elderly
Wednesday, June 17, 2009
Niki Chow who was taken care of by her grand parents since a child is particuarly concerned about the problems elderly people face today. In recent years more cases of elderly abuse have been reported and Niki feels hopeless. It was "World Elder Abuse Awareness Day" yesterday and Niki appeared as the "Guardian Angel for the elderly" to promote elderly abuse awareness. Inspiration
Earlier Niki went to Japan to prepare for her new album. She said "The new album theme is about Happiness. Actually, spending time with the elderly can bring happiness". While she was in Japan she met a 86 year old woman who has an optimistic attitude towards life. Niki felt inspired and considers that everyone needs to cherish the time they have with their elderly loved ones.
Be a good role model
Niki has been the "Guardian Angel for the elderly" for the past 3 years. As for elderly abuse cases rising in recent years, Niki agress with the Chinese saying (家有一老如有一寶) "It means's an elder at home is like a treasure of the family". She said "They need a lot of love and care. If I didn't have my grandparents I wouldn't be the happy and healthy person I am today. Everyone will get old one day. We should care for the elderly and be a good role model for the next generation".
Source: On.cc
Translated by: Matchbox @ mediachamber.net
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