Pasay City, Philippines – October 1, 2025. Leading the Elderly Filipino Week 2025 celebration at SM Mall of Asia, SM Cares, the corporate social responsibility arm of SM Supermalls, and the National Commission of Senior Citizens (NCSC) honored the pivotal role of Filipino seniors in nation-building, while advocating for their continued inclusion and empowerment.
With the theme “Embracing Age: Living a Life with
Dignity and Purpose,” the event gathered hundreds of senior citizens
and partner organizations for a day filled with wellness activities,
recreation, and meaningful engagement. The program featured a Eucharistic
celebration, a Walk for Life, uplifting messages from senior citizen advocates,
and a lively Zumba session that highlighted the energy and vitality of the
elderly community.
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Senior citizens
proudly join the “Walk for Life” during the 2025 National Celebration of
Elderly Filipino Week at the SM Mall of Asia, part of SM Cares’ continuing
commitment to honor and empower the elderly community. |
Joyful smiles and
timeless stories fill the air as our beloved senior citizens celebrate
Elderly Filipino Week at SM Mall of Asia — a beautiful tribute to wisdom,
resilience, and community spirit. |
Wellness booths offering free services—including medical
consultations, massage and acupuncture, eye care, and e-government ID
registration—were set up around the venue, providing participants with access
to programs that promote health, inclusion, and continuous learning.
“Our seniors have given so much to their families and
communities. Through Elderly Filipino Week, SM Cares reaffirms its commitment
to championing the welfare of our elderly, making sure they feel celebrated,
supported, and empowered,” said Engr. Bien C. Mateo, SM Cares Program
Director for Senior Citizens.
“We are deeply grateful to SM Cares for walking hand in
hand with us in celebrating and empowering our senior citizens through meaningful
activities like this,”
shared Ana Marie C. Calapit, Acting Executive Director of the National
Commission of Senior Citizens.
This year’s celebration once again reinforced SM
Supermalls’ commitment to inclusivity by fostering spaces where generations can
meaningfully connect. It also highlighted the importance of building supportive
communities for seniors—both within the mall and in the broader society.
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Hundreds of senior citizens participated in a vibrant Zumba session at the SM Mall of Asia during the Elderly Filipino Week 2025—an initiative to promote an active, healthy, and inclusive living among the elderly. |
Celebrating vitality and well-being for a healthier and more inclusive aging community, senior citizens enjoy free wellness services during the Elderly Filipino Week 2025 celebration. |
For years, SM Cares has been at the forefront of
programs for senior citizens, from barrier-free mall facilities, emergency
preparedness forums to social development initiatives. Through Elderly
Filipino Week 2025, SM Cares continues to highlight the invaluable
contributions of seniors while promoting wellness, dignity, and purpose at
every stage of life.
Celebrating 40 Super Years of Evolving With Every You, SM Supermalls—one of Southeast Asia’s largest mall developers with 88 malls in the Philippines—marks four decades of growing with Filipinos and becoming a trusted space where diverse lifestyles and generations connect, while continuously evolving to redefine the malling experience through sustainability, innovation, and a deep commitment to shaping the future of retail and urban life with inclusive and meaningful experiences.
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