At noon in summer, the sun spreads like golden silk in the courtyard of Ah Xing's house, and the air is filled with a faint smell of flowers and earth. Ah Xing sat in a rocking chair in the shade of a tree, holding a yellowed photo album in his hand, his eyes wandering from photo to photo, reminiscing about the time he spent with his grandfather.
Suddenly, the silence of the afternoon was broken by the sound of footsteps, and Ah Xing's grandfather slowly walked into the courtyard. Although his steps were a little faltering, there was a determined glint in his eyes. Grandpa walked up to Ah Xing and patted him lightly on the shoulder: "Ah Xing, what are you looking at?"
Ah Xing raised his head, smiled and handed the album to his grandfather: "Grandpa, I'm looking at our previous photos." Time flies, and in the blink of an eye, you're already an old man. ”
Grandpa took the album, looked at the yellowed photos, and showed a kind smile on his face: "Yes, time flies so fast." But, Ah Xing, did you know that the criteria for classifying the elderly have changed. ”
Ah Xing raised his head curiously: "Oh, yes, grandpa, can you tell me?"
Grandpa nodded and sat down slowly: "According to the latest standards, the division of the elderly is no longer based on age alone. More attention is now paid to physical condition, life ability and social participation. ”
Ah Xing became even more interested after hearing this: "Then can you tell us more specifically?"
Grandpa smiled and began to explain: "The new classification criteria can be roughly divided into three levels. The first is the healthy and energetic elderly, who, although older, are in good physical condition, able to maintain their ability to live independently, actively participate in social activities, and enjoy the pleasures of life. ”
Ah Xing nodded thoughtfully: "Then grandpa, you belong to this level, right?"
Grandpa smiled and shook his head: "I don't dare to say that. Although I can still take care of myself, my body is not as good as before. However, I will try to stay healthy and strive to be a member of the healthy and energetic elderly. ”
Ah Xing encouraged: "Grandpa, you will definitely be able to do it." ”
Grandpa continued: "The second level is the mildly disabled elderly, who may have some physical discomfort or chronic diseases, but are basically able to take care of themselves and only need some mild care and support. ”
Ah Xing's heart moved, and he remembered the neighbor's Grandma Li: "Grandma Li seems to belong to this level, right? Although her legs and feet are not very convenient, she always smiles and is very strong." ”
Grandpa nodded approvingly: "That's right, Grandma Li is a good example." Although she is a little physically inconvenient, she has a good attitude and a fulfilling life. ”
Finally, Grandpa talked about the third level: "The third level is the severely disabled elderly, who may be unable to take care of themselves due to reasons such as illness or age and need more care and attention. ”
Ah Xing was silent for a while after hearing this, he knew that this topic was a bit heavy, but he still couldn't help but ask: "Grandpa, then how do you think we should better care for these severely disabled old people?"
Grandpa pondered for a moment and said slowly: "To care for the severely disabled elderly, the first thing is to respect their dignity and personality, and not to ignore their feelings because they need to be taken care of. Secondly, we need to provide professional and meticulous care to ensure that their basic needs are met. At the same time, we need to pay attention to their mental health and accompany them through difficult times. ”
Ah Xing was deeply inspired after hearing this: "Grandpa, what you said is so right. We must care for every elderly person with our hearts, so that they can feel warmth and happiness. ”
Grandpa smiled and patted Ah Xing's shoulder: "Ah Xing, you have grown up." Remember, no matter what age we are in, keep a young heart and face life positively. In this way, we can truly enjoy the beauty of life. ”
The summer sun is gradually slanting in the west, and the light and shadow in the courtyard are beginning to soften. Ah Xing and Grandpa continued to sit in rocking chairs, chatting, reminiscing about the past. Their words are filled with love for life and anticipation for the future.
On this warm summer afternoon, Ah Xing deeply realized the significance of the new standard division for the elderly. He understands that no matter how old or young, whether you are in good health or not, it is important to maintain a positive heart and live your life to the fullest.
At the same time, he also realized that he did not care enough for his grandfather and other elderly people around him. He is determined to accompany them more attentively, care for their needs, and let them feel the warmth of family and the care of society.
Over time, Ah Xing gradually became a warm-hearted person who cared for the elderly. He actively participates in community-organized activities to respect the elderly, exchanging experiences and sharing happiness with the elderly. He also uses his expertise and skills to provide health consultation and care services to the elderly, helping them improve their quality of life.
Driven by Ah Xing, more and more people have begun to pay attention to the living conditions and needs of the elderly. More organizations and activities that care for the elderly have also emerged in society, providing a more harmonious and warm living environment for the elderly.
And Ah Xing's grandfather, accompanied and cared for by his grandson, spent a happy and fulfilling old age. He often said with emotion: "Having a grandson like Ah Xing is really my greatest blessing!"
In this changing era, the new classification of older people makes us pay more attention to the quality of life and well-being of the elderly. Young people like Ah Xing are using their actions to interpret the care and respect for the elderly, and contribute to the harmonious development of society.
Let us work together to care for every elderly person, so that their old age life is full of sunshine and hope. At the same time, we should also cherish the time we spend with the elderly around us, pass on their wisdom and experience, and create a better future together.