As society modernizes, we often overlook those who helped build it—our elders. Old age homes, once seen as shelters for the lonely, are becoming increasingly common.

Why Old Age Homes Exist:

• Nuclear families and migration for jobs leave elders isolated.
• Some elderly suffer from medical or emotional needs that families cannot meet.
• Changing values and priorities among the younger generation.

The Pros:

• Professional care and companionship.
• Activities and community bonding.
• Medical facilities and regular check-ups.

The Cons:

• Emotional trauma of being left behind.
• Feeling of abandonment and depression.
• Sometimes inadequate care due to lack of funds or staff.

Our Responsibility:
It’s not just the government’s or the home’s responsibility—it’s ours. Visiting them, spending time, or simply calling our elders regularly makes a difference.

Conclusion:
A society is judged by how it treats its elderly. Let’s not forget the hands that once held ours.