Mayor Proclaims May as Older Americans Month

Mayor Randy Pogue proclaimed May 2024 as Older Americans Month in Kearney during the Board of Aldermen meeting on April 15. Kearney resident and Clay County Senior Services Board Member Marie Steiner was presented a proclamation recognizing May 2024 as Older Americans Month.

Alderman Lehman, Alderman Holt, Past Alderman Steiner, Past Alderman Spencer, Mayor Pogue, Alderman Barger

This year's theme, “Powered by Connection”, emphasizes the profound impact of meaningful interactions and social connection on the well-being and health of older adults in our community.

Mayor Pogue calls on all residents to join him in recognizing the contributions of our older citizens and promoting programs and activities that foster connection, inclusion, and support for older adults. People can make a difference by listening to the stories of older adults, visiting a nursing home and spending time with residents there, volunteering to help local seniors, writing a note of appreciation or simply saying "thank you" to an older adult for their contributions.

102.7FM KPGZ programs music from the 50’s through the 80’s that would appeal to older adults on the weekends. For show details go to 1027kearneymo.com/programming.

Brian Watts contributed to this story.