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November 03, 2008

President Bush has recently issued the following proclamations for the month of November

National American Indian Heritage Month, 2008
During National American Indian Heritage Month, we celebrate the rich ancestry of American Indians and Alaska Natives and recognize their many contributions to our national story. Native Americans have enriched our heritage and added to all aspects of our society.

To read this proclamation in its entirety, please visit http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/10/20081030-3.html

National Family Caregivers Month, 2008
During National Family Caregivers Month we recognize and celebrate the many individuals throughout our country who work each day to ensure a better quality of life for their family members. Through their selfless action, these caregivers provide their loved ones support and comfort as they age, combat illness, or suffer from disability.

To read this proclamation in its entirety, please visit http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/10/20081029-2.html

National Alzheimer's Disease Awareness Month, 2008
During National Alzheimer's Disease Awareness Month, we recognize the dignity and courage of the men and women living with Alzheimer's disease. We also honor the devoted family members and caretakers who bring them love and comfort, and we underscore our dedication to finding a cure for this tragic disease.

To read this proclamation in its entirety, please visit http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/10/20081029-5.html

National Hospice Month, 2008
During National Hospice Month, we honor the dedicated health care professionals and volunteers who help the terminally ill spend their final days in comfort and with dignity. Hospice care providers and other compassionate individuals are a constant reminder that the greatness of America lies in the hearts and souls of its citizens.

To read this proclamation in its entirety, please visit http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/10/20081031-5.html
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AoA Joins Launch of Aging with Dignity 500,000 Wishes National Call to Action Campaign
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Recent disasters remind us that personal emergency readiness needs to be a priority for everyone, including older adults and caregivers. AoA recommends a simple, three-step approach:

Step 1: Know the basics . Learn about the risks your particular community faces; know how to do things like turning off your gas and electricity; get to know your neighbors.

Step 2: Have emergency supplies ready . This includes items you would need to survive in your home until help arrives; it should also include a personal evacuation bag, partially packed and ready to go.

Step 3: Make a personal plan. Many older persons have special needs relating to medications, medical equipment, mobility, and support services; making a personal emergency readiness plan increases the likelihood that essential needs will still be met, even in an emergency situation.

For more information about AoA 's Emergency Preparedness and Response efforts, visit AoA's Emergency Preparedness Section

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5K Wishes Campaign imageFive Wishes is a planning tool that helps individuals express how they want to be treated if they become seriously ill and unable to speak for themselves. To help further the use of advance directives such as Aging with Dignity’s Five Wishes by individuals of diverse cultures, ethnicities and incomes, U.S. Assistant Secretary for Aging, Josefina G. Carbonell, joined the launch of the 500,000 Wishes Campaign on June 7.

 

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Link to DVT Tranistion webpage Transition Deadline
February 17, 2009

ARE YOU READY?

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The Aging and Disability Resource Center Grant Program is part of the President's New Freedom Initiative, which aims at overcoming barriers to community living for people with disabilities of all ages.

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