Older Americans Month was celebrated for the first time in 1965, when the Older Americans Act (OAA) was signed into law. Fifty-five years later, the nationwide system of organizations, services and programs established under the OAA continue to work together to help older adults live independently in their communities.
That work has never been more important, so we had a lot to celebrate when the OAA was reauthorized earlier this year! More than half a century later, Older Americans Month (OAM) is still going strong, too.
Each year, we celebrate a little differently. We choose a fresh theme – this year, it’s “Make Your Mark” – and share suggested activities to celebrate the contributions of older adults to our communities across the