Older Americans Month
Summary
Older Americans Month is an annual May observance recognized by the City of Fairfax through a mayoral proclamation. On May 13, 2025, the Mayor presented a proclamation acknowledging May as Older Americans Month to the Fairfax Village in the City Advisory Board and the City's Senior Center. On April 28, 2026, the Mayor again presented a proclamation — this time to the Fairfax Village in the City Advisory Board and the Young at Heart Senior Center — formally proclaiming May 2026 as Older Americans Month in the City of Fairfax. The 2026 proclamation highlighted the contributions of older adults, the importance of intergenerational relationships, civic engagement, and the City's commitment to providing resources and support for older residents. The event was accompanied by remarks from a representative of the Fairfax City Young at Heart Senior Center Advisory Council and an invitation to an Older Americans Month Open House at the senior center on May 1, 2026.
What members have said
At the April 28, 2026 meeting, Mayor Reed read and presented the Older Americans Month proclamation, formally proclaiming May 2026 as Older Americans Month in the City of Fairfax and calling upon the community to recognize older residents' contributions and promote programs fostering connection, inclusion, and support.
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Full history
[3c] Proclamation presented by the Mayor to the Fairfax Village in the City Advisory Board and City's Senior Center.
[3b] May was proclaimed Older Americans Month; proclamation presented to Fairfax Village in the City Advisory Board and the Young at Heart Senior Center.
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