[Federal Register Volume 76, Number 87 (Thursday, May 5, 2011)]
[Presidential Documents]
[Pages 25523-25524]
From the Federal Register Online via the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]
[FR Doc No: 2011-11066]


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                Proclamation 8663 of April 29, 2011

                
Older Americans Month, 2011

                By the President of the United States of America

                A Proclamation

                Older Americans are now living longer, healthier, and 
                richer lives than ever before. As the eldest of the 
                baby boomers turn 65, our Nation can look forward to 
                the contributions of a new generation of American 
                seniors. Each year, we set aside the month of May to 
                honor older Americans, celebrate their role in steering 
                the course of our history, and recognize their valuable 
                insights and wisdom.

                The theme for this year's Older Americans Month, 
                ``Older Americans: Connecting the Community,'' reminds 
                us that seniors are continually enriching lives and 
                contributing to our country. This theme also highlights 
                how technology, including social media and assistive 
                devices, can help adults remain engaged in their 
                communities and connected to friends and family who may 
                live far away.

                My Administration is committed to meeting the needs and 
                aspirations of American seniors, both now and in the 
                future. We are working to improve the health and well-
                being of older men and women with a focus on preventive 
                care and community living. The historic Affordable Care 
                Act gives America's seniors greater freedom and control 
                over their health care. In addition to benefitting from 
                more comprehensive prescription drug coverage, most 
                people with Medicare will now be able to receive an 
                annual wellness visit and many critical preventive 
                services for free, including certain cancer screenings 
                such as mammograms and colonoscopies.

                Today, millions of our Nation's seniors are making a 
                significant difference in society, strengthening our 
                communities through their service. Older Americans 
                support the arts and serve meals at soup kitchens. They 
                mentor our children and stock the shelves at food 
                pantries and libraries. Programs supported by the 
                Corporation for National and Community Service and the 
                Administration on Aging are working to connect men and 
                women to community service, benefiting Americans of all 
                ages. Interested individuals can visit 
                www.SeniorCorps.gov for more information and local 
                volunteer opportunities.

                Having lived through many of our Nation's most 
                challenging times, older Americans have shaped the 
                story of America and secured the promise of our future. 
                We are privileged to recognize these treasured citizens 
                during Older Americans Month, and honor both the impact 
                they have made and their accomplishments yet to come.

                NOW, THEREFORE, I, BARACK OBAMA, President of the 
                United States of America, by virtue of the authority 
                vested in me by the Constitution and the laws of the 
                United States, do hereby proclaim May 2011 as Older 
                Americans Month. I invite Americans of all ages to 
                acknowledge the contributions of older Americans during 
                this month and throughout the year.

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                IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this 
                twenty-ninth day of April, in the year of our Lord two 
                thousand eleven, and of the Independence of the United 
                States of America the two hundred and thirty-fifth.
                
                
                    (Presidential Sig.)

[FR Doc. 2011-11066
Filed 5-4-11; 8:45 am]
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