Older Americans Month

2005

Our nation is in the midst of a boom in the aging population. Older people are living longer and staying healthier and more active much later in life. In 2011 the first wave of the 78 million baby boom generation turns 65. The 2005 Older Americans Month theme, “Celebrate Long-Term Living” was selected by the Administration on Aging (AoA) to recognize and honor the valuable contributions of older persons to their communities as they age. AoA is planning several activities and events in honor of Older Americans Month, including a photo contest, national physical fitness event, and the development of a promotional kit and poster.

• History of OAM
• Materials & Downloads
• Photography Contest
• Proclamations
• Walk on the Mall

02/01/2005

Older Americans Month 2005 Commemorative Posters and Logos unveiled.

The Administration on Aging is pleased to unveil the poster and logo to commemorate Older Americans Month 2005 – “Celebrate Long-Term Living! The poster and logo serve as eye-catching reminders of OAM and the individuals we celebrate in May – Older Americans. The poster and logo, in various formats, can be downloaded from the AoA website.

State Agencies on Aging, Area Agencies on Aging, and Title VI Programs will be sent a copy of the poster in March. AoA is making a limited number of posters available to other interested groups. Organizations interested in receiving a single copy of the poster should e-mail AoA at AoAInfo@aoa.hhs.gov. Orders will be taken until February 26, 2005.

• Materials and Downloads

01/27/2005

2005 Older Americans Month National Photography Contest

The U.S. Administration on Aging (AoA) is pleased to announce the 2005 Older Americans Month National Photography Contest. The purpose of this contest is to enhance the image of older Americans to all generations through pictures.

For more information download contest rules. (PDF)