Elderly Woman Collects Junks to Survive
An elderly woman has touched many hearts by collecting junk to earn money and fill her stomach.
Poverty among older adults is a serious issue that affects many people around the world. As people get older, they often face financial challenges that can make it hard for them to get by, even if they worked hard during their younger years.
One big reason for this is not having enough savings for retirement. Many older folks didn’t have the chance to save up a lot of money because of low wages, job changes, or unexpected expenses. So, when they retire, they might not have enough money to cover their needs.
Older adults might find it hard to get jobs if they need extra income. Age discrimination or health issues can make it tough for them to find work, making their financial situation even harder.
Recently, Vere Diane, a Facebook user, shared a heartbreaking story of an elderly woman who was scavenging for a living. The post immediately spread like wildfire on social media and garnered reactions online.
In the post, a touching photo of an elderly woman collecting cardboard for recycling was shared. Despite her age, she braves the heat, smoke, and other health risks to gather materials, just to have something to eat.
The elderly woman, tirelessly pulling her collection of cardboard, reveals the tough reality of her daily life. Seeing someone of her age working so hard just to fill her stomach shows the challenges faced by many older individuals.
The post has not only stirred compassion but also reminded us of the value of hard work and dedication.
Here is the full post:
“TSAKA KANA MAG REKLAMO.
Madalas ko makita si Nanay na nag hahakot ng mga karton na kolekta nya mula sa pag-iikot.
Isipin sa edad nya ay hindi nya alintana ang init,usok at panganib para sa kalusugan nya para lang mangalakal at may pang laman Ng sikmura.
Nakaka bilib ang gaya nya pero hindi maiwasan may kumurot sa puso pag ganito ang makikita mo.
Sa kabilang banda mas parang may nag sasabi sayo na hindi swerte ang lalapit sayo para maabot ang pangarap mo kundi dedikasyon sa pag kilos para sa mas magandang bukas.”
The social media users expressed their reactions to the post:
