[Congressional Record Volume 159, Number 63 (Tuesday, May 7, 2013)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E606]
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                   CELEBRATING OLDER AMERICANS MONTH

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                           HON. VERN BUCHANAN

                               of florida

                    in the house of representatives

                          Tuesday, May 7, 2013

  Mr. BUCHANAN. Mr. Speaker, I rise today in celebration of Older 
Americans Month.
  Every year since 1963, May has been a month to honor older Americans 
and highlight the value that senior citizens contribute to our 
communities.
  Recent medical advancements are helping Americans live longer, 
healthier, happier lives. Those older Americans have a wealth of 
wisdom, energy and experience from which our communities can benefit.
  The theme for Older Americans Month 2013 is ``Unleash the Power of 
Age.''
  In my congressional district, the Jefferson Center, a Sarasota, 
Florida, non-profit that provides housing to senior citizens with low 
to moderate income, is celebrating Older Americans Month with a variety 
of special events to recognize the achievements of their residents and 
encourage them to continue to share their knowledge with their family, 
friends, and neighbors.
  I appreciate this opportunity to recognize the accomplishments of 
older Americans in Florida's 16th District and applaud the Jefferson 
Center for their efforts to enhance the quality of life of their 
residents and encourage them to share their lifetime of experience with 
those around them.

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