Seniors

Muslim seniors in the North American context nned help and feeling of brother and sisterhood. Their personal, social and spirittual needs should be looked after not only by their families, but also by the community.

What do the Quran and Sunnah say about the elderly and seniors in our community? The Prophet said: "He does not belong to us who does not show mercy to our young ones and respect to our old ones..."

Keeping Islamic etiquette when it comes to our parents or seniors is hard in a culture that's becoming increasingly rude and dog-eat-dog. Here are five tips that can help dealing with elders.

There are three basic categories of elder abuse that you need to know about: domestic, institutional, and self-neglect.

Most people think senior citizens cannot contribute to the community. The impression is that the level of contribution is inversely proportional to age. Not true. Seniors contribute experience, knowledge and dedication. Just give them the opportunity!