Matter SCC-128943

Adopt Proclamation declaring May 2026 as "Older Americans Month" in Santa Clara County. (Social Services Agency)

Children, Families & Seniors Board of Supervisors

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Commendation/Proclamation Printout

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The document is a proclamation from the County of Santa Clara declaring May 2026 as 'Older Americans Month.' It is recommended by the Social Services Agency to recognize the contributions of older Americans and promote health and wellness. The theme for this year is 'Champion Your Health.' The action is expected to positively impact seniors and has no fiscal or sustainability implications.

Key points

Proclamation declaring May 2026 as 'Older Americans Month' in Santa Clara County.
Recommended by the Social Services Agency.
Theme for 2026 is 'Champion Your Health.'
No fiscal implications associated with the action.
Positive impact on seniors by raising awareness of their contributions.

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County of Santa Clara Social Services Agency 128943 DATE: May 18, 2026 TO: Board of Supervisors FROM: Daniel Little, Director, Social Services Agency SUBJECT: Older Americans Month 2026 RECOMMENDED ACTION Adopt Proclamation declaring May 2026 as "Older Americans Month" in Santa Clara County. (Social Services Agency) FISCAL IMPLICATIONS There are no fiscal implications associated with the recommended action. REASONS FOR RECOMMENDATION The Social Services Agency (SSA), Department of Aging and Adult Services (DAAS), is requesting the Board of Supervisors (Board) to recognize May 2026 as “Older Americans Month” in Santa Clara County. Since 1963, Older Americans Month has been a time to celebrate older Americans, their stories, and their contributions. Led by the Administration for Community Living (ACL), the annual observance offers a special opportunity to learn about, support, and recognize our nation’s older citizens. Every May, ACL leads the celebration of Older Americans Month. This year’s theme, Champion Your Health, focuses on prevention and wellness as cornerstones of healthy living. The County of Santa Clara looks forward to celebrating Older Americans Month with our...

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2026_Older_Americans_Month_Proclamation_SIGNED

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The Board of Supervisors of Santa Clara County proclaims May 2026 as Older Americans Month, emphasizing the importance of health and wellness for older adults. The proclamation highlights the diverse needs of older Americans, the support provided by the Older Americans Act, and the County's commitment to creating an Age-friendly community.

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Santa Clara County has a growing number of linguistically and culturally diverse older Americans.
The Older Americans Act, enacted in 1965, supports services for older adults to remain healthy and independent.
The theme for Older Americans Month 2026 is 'Champion Your Health', focusing on prevention and wellness.
California's Master Plan on Aging prioritizes the health and well-being of older individuals.
Santa Clara County was recognized as Age-friendly by the World Health Organization in 2018.
The County aims to provide access to healthy food, healthcare, and recreational opportunities for older adults.

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Docusign Envelope ID: 82B2E886-89CC-46DC-AD3C-65F55BDC306F WHEREAS, Santa Clara County includes a growing number of linguistically and culturally diverse older Americans whose health outcomes vary due to multiple factors within the built community; WHEREAS, since it was enacted in 1965, the Older Americans Act has supported a range of services that help older adults remain healthy and independent; WHEREAS, the 2026 Older Americans Month theme of “Champion Your Health” is focused on prevention and wellness as cornerstones of healthy aging; WHEREAS, the State of California adopted a Master Plan on Aging in 2021 which prioritized the health and well-being of older individuals and acknowledged the need for policies that promote healthy aging and Age-friendly communities; WHEREAS, the County of Santa Clara was the first county to be recognized as Agefriendly, along with each of its 15 cities, by the World Health Organization in 2018; WHEREAS, the County of Santa Clara continues to build a better community for older adults by ensuring people of all ages and backgrounds have access to healthy food, physical and mental healthcare, and recreational opportunities; and, WHEREAS, Older...