STATE OF MAINE
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IN THE YEAR OF OUR LORD
TWO THOUSAND TWENTY-SIX
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JOINT RESOLUTION RECOGNIZING FEBRUARY 3, 2026 AS
OLDER MAINERS DAY
WHEREAS, Maine is home to over 310,000 adults 65 years of age and older who make
positive and lasting contributions to the State every day through skills, talent, wisdom and
experience, intergenerational relationships, community service and engagement; and
WHEREAS, older Mainers have spent their lives building this State, raising families,
running businesses and strengthening their communities; and
WHEREAS, our communities benefit when people of all ages, abilities and backgrounds
can participate fully with the highest level of independence; and
WHEREAS, older Mainers continue to play essential roles in Maine's economy and
workforce, education systems, faith-based and civic institutions, charitable organizations and
local and state government, contributing immeasurably through volunteering, caregiving and
community leadership; and
WHEREAS, the number of Mainers 65 years of age and older is projected to increase by
35.6% between 2022 and 2032, underscoring the importance of policies and systems that
support aging with dignity and independence; and
WHEREAS, Maine recognizes the valuable role of caregivers and the need to promote
programs and services that support and foster their well-being; and
WHEREAS, Maine also recognizes the profound impact of meaningful interactions and
social connection on the well-being and health of older adults and caregivers in our
communities; and
WHEREAS, Maine must ensure that as Mainers age, they have the resources and support
needed to stay involved in their communities, reflecting the State's commitment to inclusivity
and connectedness; and
WHEREAS, the Maine Cabinet on Aging, established in 2022, is working to advance
policies that will improve the quality of life, inclusion and engagement of older adults; and
WHEREAS, Maine is committed to supporting older people by ensuring there are
opportunities available in local communities to help them stay engaged, maintain their health
and independence and live where they want to live and thrive as they age; and
WHEREAS, Maine's commitment to building communities that work for people of all
ages strengthens the State's workforce, economy and social fabric and recognizes that older
people are essential to Maine's identity, culture and future; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED: That We, the Members of the One Hundred and Thirty-second Legislature
now assembled in the Second Regular Session, on behalf of the people we represent, take this
opportunity to recognize February 3, 2026 as Older Mainers Day and encourage residents,
organizations and state leaders to honor the contributions of older people, acknowledge the
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challenges they face and recommit to building a state where every person can age safely,
healthily and with purpose.
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