HomeMy WebLinkAbout09-15-2020 Proclamation - National Assisted Living Week
Proclamation
R esidents of assisted living communities are active members of the larger
community, offering their wisdom, life experiences and skills; their past contributions
continue to be a vital part of Ocoee’s rich history; and their future contributions
deepen our city’s identity; and
A ssisted living is a critical long-term care service for the elderly and individuals
with disabilities that fosters choice, dignity, and independence; assisted living
communities are committed to excellence, innovation and the advancement of
person-centered care; and
T he National Center for Assisted Living created National Assisted Living Week® in 1995 to
honor the contributions of assisted living communities in providing long term care to
America’s seniors and individuals with disabilities; and
T his year’s theme of National Assisted Living Week 2020 is “Caring is Essential,”
highlights the incredible care provided by essential caregivers in assisted living
facilities across the country; and
D uring this special week, assisted living communities across the country are
encouraged to organize activities and events which celebrate the dedication of
staff, the individuality of residents, and the deep connections formed in these
settings, while adhering to COVID-19 safety requirements and precautions.
T he City Commission of the City of Ocoee, does hereby declare the week of
September 13-19, 2020, as
NATIONAL ASSISTED LIVING WEEK
in Ocoee, and urge all citizens to virtually visit or call a loved one, family member or friend
residing in any care setting and offer a kind word and spend time participating in various
virtual activities to unite those from all walks of life in need of our continuing love and
support, and to learn more about how assisted living services benefit Madison at Ocoee in
Ocoee, Florida.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set
my hand and caused the Seal of the City
th
of Ocoee, Florida to be affixed this 15 day
of September 2020.
Rusty Johnson, Mayor