2008-0232
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Proclamation: "Older Americans Month"
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P R O C L A M A T I O N
WHEREAS, St. Charles Parish is a community in which approximately 6000 citizens age 60 or older make their home; and,
WHEREAS, older adults in St. Charles Parish and throughout the United States are a growing population with evolving needs; and,
WHEREAS, older Americans are valuable members of our society who are rich with experience and deserving of our respect; and,
WHEREAS, the number of baby boomers reaching traditional retirement age continues to increase, a fact that spotlights the need for increased attention to the needs of older adults; and,
WHEREAS, our older citizens of today and tomorrow promise to be among the most active and engaged older adult populations in our Nation's history; and,
WHEREAS, it is the responsibility of this and all United States Communities to work together and prepare for changing older adult populations by modernizing systems of care and providing consumers with more control over their lives; and,
WHEREAS, overall quality of life can be greatly enhanced when supportive communities help their older citizens obtain: evidence-based approaches to making behavioral changes that can reduce risk of disease, disability, and injury; the tools to make informed decisions about, and gain better access to, existing health and long-term care options; and more options to avoid placement in nursing homes and remain at home as long as possible; and,
WHEREAS, the 2008 theme for Older Americans Month is "Working Together for Strong, Healthy, and Supportive Communities.
NOW, THEREFORE, WE, THE MEMBERS OF THE ST. CHARLES PARISH COUNCIL AND THE PARISH PRESIDENT, DO HEREBY PROCLAIM THE MONTH OF MAY, 2008, AS
"OLDER AMERICANS MONTH"
IN THE PARISH OF ST. CHARLES, AND URGE ALL CITIZENS TO TAKE TIME THIS MAY TO HONOR OLDER ADULTS AND THE PROFESSIONALS, FAMILY MEMBERS, AND CITIZENS WHO CARE FOR THEM AND WORK COLLABORATIVELY TO STRENGTHEN THE SERVICES ST. ...
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