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2 Councilmember Anita Bonds
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7 A CEREMONIAL RESOLUTION
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10 IN THE COUNCIL OF THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA
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14 To designate November as National Family Caregivers Month in the District of Columbia.
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16 WHEREAS, November is designated as National Family Caregivers Month, a time to honor and
17 celebrate the selfless dedication of the millions of family caregivers who provide essential services and
18 support to loved ones in need;
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20 WHEREAS, family caregivers are the unsung heroes of our nation, demonstrating unwavering
21 commitment and dedication as they make personal sacrifices to care for family members, friends, and
22 neighbors, often without recognition or compensation;
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24 WHEREAS, more than 50 million Americans provide unpaid care to loved ones, and more than
25 half of them do not even identify themselves as caregivers, despite the vital role they play in supporting
26 the health, safety, and independence of others;
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28 WHEREAS, National Family Caregivers Month raises awareness of caregiving challenges,
29 educates communities on the importance of supporting caregivers, and highlights resources that provide
30 counseling, training, and temporary relief for caregivers;
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32 WHEREAS, this month provides an opportunity to support efforts to ease the burden on
33 caregivers by advocating for programs and policies that provide the support, respect, and relief caregivers
34 deserve, recognizing that no one should have to choose between a paycheck and caring for a loved one;
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37 RESOLVED, BY THE COUNCIL OF THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA, that this resolution
38 may be cited as the “National Family Caregivers Month Recognition Resolution of 2024.”
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40 Sec. 2. The Council of the District of Columbia hereby recognizes November as National Family
41 Caregivers Month and encourages all citizens to recognize, honor, and thank the caregivers in our
42 communities for their invaluable contributions and selfless dedication.
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44 Sec. 3. This resolution shall take effect immediately upon the first date of publication in the
45 District of Columbia Register.