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3 <br /> ORANGE COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS <br /> PROCLAMATION <br /> FAMILY CAREGIVERS MONTH - NOVEMBER 2019 <br /> "CAREGIVER DAY OF CARE" - NOVEMBER 9, 2019 <br /> WHEREAS, Orange County estimates suggest there are more than 20,000 family <br /> caregivers in Orange County; and <br /> WHEREAS, Orange County recognizes that making time for yourself and family <br /> protects a family caregiver's own health, strengthens family relationships, prevents <br /> burnout and can enable a care recipient to stay at home up to three times longer. The <br /> chance to take a breather and re-energize is vital in order for one to be as good a <br /> caregiver tomorrow as you were today; and <br /> WHEREAS, Orange County understands 6 out of 10 family caregivers juggle everyday <br /> life tasks, such as preparing children for school, managing household responsibilities, <br /> and working full or part-time, and as vital members of care teams, have the <br /> responsibility of advocating for their loved ones and making decisions that lead to the <br /> best care outcomes, whether it be for an older adult with Alzheimer's or related <br /> dementia or living with a chronic condition; and <br /> WHEREAS, National Family Caregivers Month — celebrated each November— is a time <br /> to recognize and honor family caregivers across the country, and celebrating Family <br /> Caregivers during National Family Caregivers Month enables all of us to: <br /> • Raise awareness of family caregiver issues; <br /> • Celebrate the efforts of family caregivers; <br /> • Educate family caregivers about supportive resources; and <br /> Increase support for family caregivers; <br /> NOW THEREFORE, we, the Orange County Board of Commissioners, do hereby <br /> proclaim November 2019 as Family Caregivers Month in Orange County, recognize a <br /> Caregiver Day of Care on November 9, 2019, and urge Orange County residents to <br /> take time this month to recognize family caregivers as the unsung heroes of our families <br /> and community. <br /> This the 7th day of November, 2019. <br /> Penny Rich, Chair <br /> Orange County Board of Commissioners <br />