Governor Wes Moore Designates May 2026 as Older Marylanders Month

BALTIMORE, MD — Governor Wes Moore has officially proclaimed May 2026 as Older Marylanders Month, recognizing that the state’s older residents are a “powerful asset” whose contributions to the economy and social fabric are integral to Maryland's success. This state-level designation aligns with the national celebration of Older Americans Month, as Maryland joins communities across the country in honoring the profound impact and leadership of older adults.

“The strength of our State is rooted in intergenerational interdependence, and we acknowledge that older Marylanders are essential, serving as caregivers, mentors, volunteers, and workers who improve the quality of life for neighbors of all ages," the proclamation states.

Following the recent passage of the Longevity Ready Maryland (LRM) Act, this designation marks another historic milestone in the Moore-Miller Administration’s mission to transform state infrastructure, ensuring communities are equipped to support residents through every stage of life.

The LRM Act is a first-of-its-kind law that establishes a permanent framework to move the state beyond temporary fixes and toward a sustainable future that maximizes the benefits of an aging society for everyone.

“Through Longevity Ready Maryland’s four Epic Goals—Build a Longevity Ecosystem, Promote Economic Opportunity, Prepare Marylanders to Afford Longevity, and Optimize Health, Wellness, and Mobility—the State of Maryland is taking an all-of-government approach to ensure our communities are prepared for longer lives,” the Governor notes.

The proclamation issues a final call to action for all Marylanders to “embrace the benefits of longevity and join us in building a state where every individual can lead a life that is healthy, financially secure, and deeply connected across their full lifespan.”

Older Marylanders Month Proclamation

May 2026

WHEREAS, The State of Maryland recognizes that living longer lives is a crowning achievement of human progress; and

WHEREAS, Older Marylanders are a powerful asset in our families and communities, contributing to our social connections and economy; and

WHEREAS, The Moore-Miller Administration has met this opportunity with the launch of Longevity Ready Maryland, the state’s first comprehensive, 10-year multisector plan on aging, to transform our state’s infrastructure into a “longevity ecosystem” that serves our residents across the entire span of their lives; and

WHEREAS, Through Longevity Ready Maryland’s four Epic Goals – Build a Longevity Ecosystem, Promote Economic Opportunity, Prepare Marylanders to Afford Longevity, and Optimize Health, Wellness, and Mobility – the State of Maryland is taking an all-of-government approach to ensure our communities are prepared for longer lives; and

WHEREAS, The strength of our State is rooted in intergenerational interdependence, and we acknowledge that older Marylanders are essential, serving as caregivers, mentors, volunteers, and workers who improve the quality of life for neighbors of all ages; and

WHEREAS, As communities across the country celebrate Older Americans Month, we call upon all Marylanders to embrace the benefits of longevity and join us in building a state where every individual can lead a life that is healthy, financially secure, and deeply connected across their full lifespan.

NOW, THEREFORE, I, WES MOORE, GOVERNOR OF THE STATE OF MARYLAND, do hereby proclaim MAY 2026 as OLDER MARYLANDERS MONTH in Maryland, and do commend this observation to all of our citizens, as we work together to leave no one behind in a state that is truly Longevity Ready for all.

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About Longevity Ready Maryland: Longevity Ready Maryland is the state's comprehensive, 10-year multisector plan for aging to transform the state’s infrastructure to support residents across the entire lifespan. By breaking down silos, the plan focuses on four Epic Goals that prioritize a longevity ecosystem, economic opportunity, financial security, and optimized health for an aging population. This first-of-its-kind plan shifts the state’s approach to building a sustainable environment where every Marylander can thrive as we live longer lives. Visit LRM.Maryland.gov to learn more.

About the Maryland Department of Aging: The Maryland Department of Aging helps Marylanders navigate the aging experience by providing leadership, planning, advocacy, and a coordinated system of services through its network of Area Agencies on Aging and Maryland Access Point. Visit Aging.Maryland.gov to learn more.

Media Contact: Barbara Sigler, MDOA Communications Director, barbara.sigler@maryland.gov