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Administration of Barack Obama, 2014

Proclamation 9114Older Americans Month, 2014

April 30, 2014

By the President of the United States of AmericaA Proclamation

Older Americans have fortified our country and shaped our world. They have madegroundbreaking discoveries, pioneered new industries, led our Nation's businesses, andadvanced our unending journey toward a more perfect Union. They have raised strong familiesand strengthened communities. And with unwavering courage and patriotism, many rose indefense of the land we love. This month, we celebrate the remarkable contributions andsacrifices of our elders, and we offer our renewed gratitude and support.

With decades of experience and unyielding enthusiasm, seniors continue to lift up ourneighborhoods, offer perspective on pressing challenges, and serve as role models to our next

generationproving Americans never stop making a difference or giving back. I encourageolder Americans to learn about service opportunities in their area by visitingwww.SeniorCorps.gov.

My Administration stands with older Americans as they make their mark, which is why weare fighting to protect Social Security and Medicare. Through the Affordable Care Act, welowered prescription drug costs, prohibited insurers from denying coverage to people with pre-existing conditions, and enabled seniors to receive recommended preventive health care at noout-of-pocket cost.

As vital members of our communities, seniors deserve the resources and information tostay healthy and safe. This year's Older Americans Month theme, "Safe Today, HealthyTomorrow," raises awareness about injury prevention. To take control of their safety, seniors

can talk to their health care provider about the best physical activities for them, make suretheir homes have ample lighting, and install handrails wherever they are helpfulparticularlynear stairs and in bathrooms.

During Older Americans Month, we pay tribute to our parents, grandparents, friends,neighbors, and every senior near to our hearts. We strive to build a bright future on the strongfoundation they have laid.

Now, Therefore, I, Barack Obama, President of the United States of America, by virtue ofthe authority vested in me by the Constitution and the laws of the United States, do herebyproclaim May 2014 as Older Americans Month. I call upon all Americans of all ages toacknowledge the contributions of older Americans during this month and throughout the year.

In Witness Whereof, I have hereunto set my hand this thirtieth day of April, in the year ofour Lord two thousand fourteen, and of the Independence of the United States of America thetwo hundred and thirty-eighth.

BARACK OBAMA

[Filed with the Office of the Federal Register, 8:45 a.m., May 5, 2014]

NOTE: This proclamation was published in the Federal Registeron May 6.

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Categories:Proclamations : Older Americans Month.

Subjects:Holidays and special observances : Older Americans Month.

DCPD Number:DCPD201400317.

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