seniors

While a myriad of resources in the U.S. are available for the general senior population to assist with paying for long-term care, such as Medicare and Medicaid, few resources exist specifically to assist aging Muslims.

Parents live and die each day. With every smile and burst of laughter, they receive a breath of life. With every tear and the slightest etch of worry on their child’s forehead, they die a bit inside.

Social issues and concerns must be elevated to higher priority on the agenda of Muslims in North America, especially as the community grows and Islam is receiving more recognition in North America, says Dr. Aneesah Nadir of the Islamic Social Services Association. 

There are many genuine and proven ways that how to make your dad happy, to sincerely thank him for the remarkable sacrifices he has made for you, to raise his spirits, and to assist him as he ages.

We all have a responsibility to those that have raised us and cared for us that even at a young age we must acknowledge. While it is easy to get caught up with selfish concerns we must remember our obligations.