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� r <br /> ORANGE COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS <br /> PROCLAMATION <br /> OLDER AMERICANS MONTH - MAY 2024 <br /> Theme — " Powered by Connection " <br /> Whereas , May is Older Americans Month, a time for us to recognize and honor the 34 , 000 + <br /> Orange County older adults and their immense influence on every facet of our daily lives ; and <br /> Whereas , through their wealth of life experience and. wisdom, older adults guide our younger <br /> generations and carry forward abundant cultural and historical knowledge ; and <br /> Whereas , our older adults improve our communities through intergenerational relationships , <br /> community service , civic engagement, and many other activities ; and <br /> Whereas , Orange County benefits when people of all ages , abilities , and backgrounds have the <br /> opportunity to participate and live independently ; and <br /> Whereas , Orange County must ensure that our older adults have the resources and support needed <br /> to stay involved in their communities — reflecting our commitment to inclusivity and <br /> connectedness ; <br /> Now , Therefore , we , the Orange County Board of Commissioners , do hereby proclaim May 2024 <br /> as Older Americans Month, with this year' s theme , " Powered by Connection " , emphasizing the <br /> profound impact of meaningful interactions and social connection on the well-being and health of <br /> older adults in our community ; and we call upon all residents to join us in recognizing the <br /> contributions of older adults and promoting programs and activities that foster connection, <br /> inclusion, and support of older adults . <br /> The 7th day of May , 2024 . <br /> ia/nezeUaffiedford, C it <br /> Orange County Board of Commissioners <br /> �, <br />