08-16-2022 Proclamation ~ National Assisted Living Weekt%/�
Ocoee
Florida
Proclamation
Residents 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
WEE,Ui ZIssisted 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
'POERE.Zy The National Center for Assisted Living created National Assisted Living Weeko in 1995 to
honor the contributions of assisted living communities in providing long term care to
America's seniors and individuals with disabilities; and
TVd% RE,Ui 'The theme of the National Assisted Living Week 2022 is "Joyful Moments"; and
I/(�'uring this special week, assisted living communities across the country are
��j encouraged to organize activities and events which celebrate the deep
connections between the dedicated staff members.
"®bJ, tbtrefore, The City Commission of the City of Ocoee, does hereby declare the week of
September 1 1-17, 2022, as
NATIONAL ASSISTED LIVING WEEK
in Ocoee, and urge all citizens to volunteer in an assisted living community, to visit friends
and loved ones who reside at these communities and to learn more about how assisted
living services benefit our communities.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set
my hand and caused the Seal of the City
of Ocoee, Florida to be affixed this 16th day
of August 2022.