[Federal Register Volume 69, Number 216 (Tuesday, November 9, 2004)]
[Presidential Documents]
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Federal Register / Vol. 69, No. 216 / Tuesday, November 9, 2004 / 
Presidential Documents

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                Proclamation 7842 of November 4, 2004

                
National Family Caregivers Month, 2004

                By the President of the United States of America

                A Proclamation

                Every day, family caregivers across our Nation are 
                caring for loved ones who are aging, chronically ill, 
                or disabled. Through their selfless actions, they bring 
                comfort to those in need, enrich their own lives, and 
                reflect the true spirit of America.

                America is a country of hope and promise that honors 
                the dignity of all its citizens. Our family caregivers 
                sometimes sacrifice their own emotional and physical 
                needs to dedicate their time and energy to serving 
                their loved ones. By taking on this enormous 
                responsibility, they are helping honor life in all its 
                seasons.

                My Administration remains committed to supporting the 
                important contributions of family caregivers. My fiscal 
                year 2005 budget includes tax relief for Americans who 
                need long-term care and individuals who care for these 
                family members in their homes. We will also continue to 
                work with employers, faith-based and community 
                organizations, universities, and national aging 
                organizations to bring critical services such as 
                individual counseling, educational activities, respite 
                care, and family leave policies to more Americans.

                By bringing loving support to their loved ones, our 
                Nation's family caregivers make our country a better 
                place. During National Family Caregivers Month, we 
                honor their generosity and dedication, and we recognize 
                the vital role of family in the lives of our citizens.

                NOW, THEREFORE, I, GEORGE W. BUSH, President of the 
                United States of America, by virtue of the authority 
                vested in me by the Constitution and laws of the United 
                States, do hereby proclaim November 2004 as National 
                Family Caregivers Month. I encourage all Americans to 
                honor and support the family members, friends, and 
                neighbors who provide care to their loved ones in need.

                IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this 
                fourth day of November, in the year of our Lord two 
                thousand four, and of the Independence of the United 
                States of America the two hundred and twenty-ninth.

                    (Presidential Sig.)B

[FR Doc. 04-25167
Filed 11-8-04; 9:39 am]
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