Federal Register: November 4, 2009 (Volume 74, Number 212)
DOCID: fr04no09-127 FR Doc E9-26764
Presidential Documents
Veterans Affairs Department
NOTICE: Part II
DOCID: fr04no09-127
DOCUMENT SUMMARY:
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Proclamation 8448 of October 30, 2009
National Family Caregivers Month, 2009
By the President of the United States of America
A Proclamation
The true strength of the American family finds its
roots in an unwavering commitment to care for one
another. In difficult times, Americans come together to
ensure our loved ones are comfortable and safe. Whether
caring for a parent, relative, or child, our Nation's
caregivers selflessly devote their time and energy to
the well-being of those they look after. During
National Family Caregivers Month, we honor the
individuals providing essential services to family
members who could not otherwise look after themselves.
Caregiver support is at the heart of my
Administration's commitment to assisting our Nation's
families. Currently, a variety of programs and services
offer help and encouragement to family caregivers. The
National Family Caregiver Support Program and the
Lifespan Respite Care Act include important resources
for caregivers of children and adults, with
opportunities to receive much-needed assistance and
take part in support programs with other families.
These programs allow individuals to remain with their
families for as long as possible while helping to
ensure the wellness of participating care providers.
My Administration's dedication to caregivers is also
embodied in our efforts to develop policies to support
workers trying to manage their responsibilities on the
job and at home. Families are best able to care for
their loved ones when they can take time away from work
without fear of losing their job or their income. We
all have roles to play, including employers, by
providing paid leave, flexible work arrangements, and
other programs when feasible, to help ensure that
caregivers are able to successfully meet their work and household responsibilities.
Every day, family caregivers assist loved ones with
tasks ranging from personal care and homemaking, to
transportation and financial assistance. As the
foundation of America's long-term care system, these
individuals give millions of Americans the peace of
mind and security that only family can provide.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, BARACK OBAMA, President of the
United States of America, by virtue of the authority
vested in me by the Constitution and the laws of the
United States, do hereby proclaim November 2009 as
National Family Caregivers Month. I encourage all
Americans to pay tribute and support those who are
caring for their family members, friends, and neighbors in need of assistance.
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IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this
thirtieth day of October, in the year of our Lord two
thousand nine, and of the Independence of the United
States of America the two hundred and thirty-fourth.
(Presidential Sig.)
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