KUALA LUMPUR: A group of university students moved netizens to tears with their heartfelt visit to an old folks' home.
There, they shared laughter and joy with elderly residents who expressed gratitude for the students' compassionate presence.
In a TikTok video posted by @uitmpglpi, the students are seen helping elderly women with their meals, assisting those who struggled to hold cutlery properly.
As they engage in cheerful conversations, the atmosphere fills with warmth and camaraderie.
Later, the students uplifted the residents' spirits by singing and swaying to music while sporting broad smiles.
The joyful interactions continue as they chat with the elderly women, fostering meaningful connections.
The video concludes with an emotional farewell. Some elderly residents pull the students into tight hugs, tears glistening in their eyes as they shake hands and pat the students' backs, clearly appreciative of their visit.
The heartfelt caption accompanying the video urges netizens to remember that "all they need (is) just love," highlighting the importance of showing appreciation for elderly people.
The touching footage has amassed over 115,700 views and 13,300 likes, resonating deeply with viewers who hope for a society where senior citizens are never alone.
User @what_mhm poignantly noted that "the elderly women were all little girls once," while @jasleena26 shared that the video made her miss her grandparents.
@zarithadreana said: "Just as our mothers care for us, we must care for them in the same way."