HomeMy WebLinkAboutPRO-2024-025-Family Caregivers Month and Caregiver Day of Care Proclamation ORANGE COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
PROCLAMATION
FAMILY CAREGIVERS MONTH - NOVMBER 2024
" CAREGIVER DAY OF CARE " - NOVEMBER 16 , 2024
WHEREAS , Orange County estimates suggest there are more than 24 , 000 family
caregivers in Orange County ; and
WHEREAS , Orange County recognizes that making time for yourself and family protects
a family caregiver' s own health , strengthens family relationships , prevents burnout and
can enable a care recipient to stay at home up to three times longer . The chance to take
a break and re - energize is vital in order for one to be as good a caregiver tomorrow as
you were today ; and
WHEREAS , Orange County understands family caregivers juggle everyday life tasks ,
such as preparing children for school , managing household responsibilities , and working
full or part-time , and as vital members of care teams , have the responsibility of advocating
for their loved ones and making decisions that lead to the best care outcomes , whether it
be for an older adult with Alzheimer ' s or related dementia or living with a chronic condition ;
and
WHEREAS , National Family Caregivers Month — celebrated each November — is a time
to recognize and honor family caregivers across the country , and celebrating Family
Caregivers during National Family Caregivers Month enables all of us to :
• Raise awareness of family caregiver issues ;
Celebrate the efforts of family caregivers ;
• Educate family caregivers about supportive resources ; and
• Increase support for family caregivers ;
NOW THEREFORE , we , the Orange County Board of Commissioners , do hereby
proclaim November 2024 as Family Caregivers Month in Orange County, recognize a
Caregiver Day of Care on November 16 , 2024 , and urge Orange County residents to take
time this month to recognize family caregivers as the unsung heroes of our families and
community.
This the 7th day of November , 2024 .
J eze a Bedford , hair
Orange County Board of Commissioners