Hello ,
At age twenty-six, Pat Moore performed an unbelievable experiment. An industrial designer, Moore wanted a better understanding of senior adults, so for three years she frequently disguised herself as an eighty-five-year-old woman. From 1979 to 1981, she utilized the skills of a professional makeup artist and
visited 116 cities throughout fourteen states and two Canadian provinces in her elderly persona.
From her experience, Moore estimates that one of every 25 senior adults is abused, with most victims being 75 or older. She was impressed with the compassion and care she received from senior adults when she was in character, but she
received harsh treatment from younger generations. Unfortunately, society has widely accepted a practice called "social dismissal" of the elderly.
even to your old age I am he,
and to gray hairs I will carry you.
I have made, and I will
bear;
I will carry and will save. Isaiah 16:4
All people are important to God. How will you touch the life of an older citizen today?
Have a great day and God bless!
