Older adults play vital, positive roles in our communities – as family members, friends, mentors, volunteers, civic leaders, members of the workforce, and more. Just as every person is unique, so too is how they age and how they choose to do it – and there is no “right” way. That’s why the theme for Older Americans Month (OAM) 2022 is Age My Way.

Every May, the Administration for Community Living (ACL) leads the celebration of OAM. This year’s theme focuses on how older adults can age in their communities, living independently for as long as possible and participating in ways they choose.

While Age My Way will look different for each person, here are common things everyone can consider:

• Planning: Think about what you will need and want in the future, from home and community-based

  services to community activities that interest you.

• Engagement: Remain involved and contribute to your community through work, volunteer, and/or civic participation opportunities.
• Access: Make home improvements and modifications, use assistive technologies, and customize supports to help you better age in place.
• Connection: Maintain social activities and relationships to combat social isolation and stay connected to your community.

This year, ACCfamily is excited to celebrate OAM with our partners in the aging community. This month of recognition focuses on how seniors can remain active, independent and thriving members of their communities while aging. And staying in their homes for as long as possible is an important part of that! This is something we really care about and it is our core value at ACCfamily. Please contact us to learn more about how we can support you and your family on the journey of independence.

Diverse communities are strong communities. Ensuring that older adults remain involved and included in our communities for as long as possible benefits everyone. Please join ACCfamily in strengthening our community through volunteering or serving!

Learn more about ACCfamily by contacting us here or keep up with our work on social media here.