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ORANGE COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS <br /> PROCLAMATION <br /> FAMILY CAREGIVERS MONTH - NOVMBER 2024 <br /> " CAREGIVER DAY OF CARE " - NOVEMBER 16 , 2024 <br /> WHEREAS , Orange County estimates suggest there are more than 24 , 000 family <br /> caregivers in Orange County ; and <br /> WHEREAS , Orange County recognizes that making time for yourself and family protects <br /> a family caregiver' s own health , strengthens family relationships , prevents burnout and <br /> can enable a care recipient to stay at home up to three times longer . The chance to take <br /> a break and re - energize is vital in order for one to be as good a caregiver tomorrow as <br /> you were today ; and <br /> WHEREAS , Orange County understands family caregivers juggle everyday life tasks , <br /> such as preparing children for school , managing household responsibilities , and working <br /> full or part-time , and as vital members of care teams , have the responsibility of advocating <br /> for their loved ones and making decisions that lead to the best care outcomes , whether it <br /> be for an older adult with Alzheimer ' s or related dementia or living with a chronic condition ; <br /> 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 2024 as Family Caregivers Month in Orange County, recognize a <br /> Caregiver Day of Care on November 16 , 2024 , and urge Orange County residents to take <br /> time this month to recognize family caregivers as the unsung heroes of our families and <br /> community. <br /> This the 7th day of November , 2024 . <br /> J eze a Bedford , hair <br /> Orange County Board of Commissioners <br />