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1/3/25, 6:22 PM Senior citizens are an integral part of the UAE's social fabric: Sheikha Fatima Bint Mubarak - Aletihad News Center

Her Highness expressed optimism on a new era of excellence in elevating the quality of life for senior citizens and

residents alongside family members. Her Highness stated that the FDF will continue to implement innovative initiatives
and provide essential support to ensure wellbeing and happiness for all. This is in line with the ambitious vision of the

UAE’s leadership, guided by His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, who prioritises ensuring
sustainable services and advanced solutions tailored to the needs of senior citizens. These efforts reflect the UAE’s
commitment to integrating senior citizens within the community and recognising their key role in sharing experiences

and knowledge, essential for societal progress and development.

Her Highness Sheikha Fatima bint Mubarak said: “Families and senior citizens, both Emirati and residents, will
continue to be at the forefront of our efforts, and we will enhance our assistance for them. Our dedication is to
implement more initiatives that improve their standard of living through an integrated and sustainable social care

system. Our efforts will be focussed on meeting their needs, achieving their goals, and offering them intellectual and
emotional support. We aim to provide a healthy and enriching lifestyle by fostering psychological and mental
wellbeing.”

Her Highness also referred to the 2024 World Happiness Report, which revealed that senior citizens are among the
happiest demographic in the UAE. This signifies the success of the UAE’s comprehensive development plans and

strategic initiatives under the wise leadership, which places immense value on human dignity and wellbeing.

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