Nominations

Help us find the extraordinary local older people who embody this year’s theme.

Celebrating older Americans and the many ways they contribute to society, the workplace, our communities, and our families.

May is National Older Americans Month

We will be recognizing a number of people, 60 years and older, whose active engagement in community, projects, and traditions allows their “wisdom, beauty & strength” to shine through. We will be honoring active, creative, and vital older Americans who have been inspiring role models and who capture the true essence of this year’s theme.

Recognition Event

Our annual recognition event kicks off with a reception and presentation ceremony for the honorees where local dignitaries and media will be on hand to mark the occassion. The honorees are also featured on a commemorative poster that will be unveiled at the celebration and then distributed throughout Lane County. The event is free to attend and is open to the public. It is the only one of it’s kind in Lane County.

Nominate an Honoree

Several Lane County residents who meet the following criteria will be selected:
60 years of age or older
Active engagement in community, projects and traditions, which allow their “Wisdom, Beauty and Strength” to shine through
Active leaders
Inspiring role models
Working or volunteering
Willing and available to be photographed for the poster in March, 2010
Able to attend the poster unveiling and recognition event on May 25, 2010

• Download the nomination form

Sandy Karsten, Senior & Disabled Services
By mail: 1015 Willamette St., Eugene OR 97401
By fax: 682-3959
By e-mail: skarsten@lcog.org
Information: (541) 682-4378

NOMINATIONS DUE: February 2, 2010

RECOGNITION EVENT: May 25, 2010