Know Inspiring Kūpuna? Nominate Them for Recognition

Mayor Derek S.K. Kawakami and the Agency on Elderly Affairs are inviting the public to submit nominations for the 2022 Outstanding Older Americans recognition.

“Every May, during Older Americans Month, we pay tribute to older adults 65 years and older who play vital, positive roles in our communities – as family members, friends, mentors, volunteers, civic leaders, members of the workforce, and more,” said Kealoha Takahashi, executive for the Agency on Elderly Affairs.

This year’s theme, “Age My Way,” focuses on how older adults can age in their communities, living independently for as long as possible and participating in ways they choose. It’s an opportunity for all of us to explore the many ways older adults can remain in and be involved with their communities.

“Just as every person is unique, how they age and how they choose to do it is also unique – there is no right way,” said Takahashi.

Diverse communities are strong communities. Ensuring that older adults remain involved and included in our communities for as long as possible benefits everyone. As AEA prepares to celebrate Older Americans Month in May, officials are seeking nominations for this year’s Outstanding Older Americans recognition. Join AEA in strengthening the community and help recognize and honor Kaua‘i’s outstanding older adults.

Nomination forms are available at the Agency on Elderly Affairs, Monday to Friday, from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. The AEA is located at the Līhu‘e Civic Center, Pi‘ikoi Building, Suite 330. Interested individuals must call the AEA at 241-4470 to access the building. Nomination forms can also be emailed by contacting AEA at 241-4470 or [email protected].

The deadline to submit nominations is Friday, Feb. 25, by close of business.