This resolution formally designates May 2025 as "Older Americans Month" , continuing a tradition initiated by President John F. Kennedy in 1963. The designation acknowledges the growing demographic of older individuals in the United States, with over 59 million people aged 65 or older in 2023, and recognizes their reliance on vital federal programs like Social Security, Medicare, and Medicaid. The resolution highlights the crucial role older Americans play in society, noting their continued contributions through work, volunteerism, and civic engagement. It emphasizes that older individuals enrich communities by sharing their experience, knowledge, and wisdom, with over 143,000 serving as AmeriCorps Seniors volunteers. Ultimately, the Senate encourages the people of the United States to foster an environment where older individuals can continue to thrive. This includes publicly recognizing their ongoing achievements, creating opportunities for them to mentor younger generations, and valuing them as essential assets for strengthening communities nationwide.