Gov. Wes Moore Designates May 2026 as Older Marylanders Month

MARYLAND – Maryland Governor Wes Moore has officially proclaimed May 2026 as Older Marylanders Month, recognizing the state’s older residents as a powerful asset.

The state-level designation aligns with the national celebration of Older Americans Month, as Maryland joins communities across the country in honoring the 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, in part.

The proclamation follows the recent passage of the Longevity Ready Maryland (LRM) Act, a ten-year, multisector plan for aging to better address the multifaceted challenges facing the aging adult population. The first-of-its-kind plan was created to address the state’s growing aging population, as one in four Marylanders is expected to be age 60 or older by 2030. It has been established through a four-part framework: building a longevity ecosystem, promote economic opportunity, prepare Marylanders to afford longevity, and optimize health, wellness, and mobility.

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.”

To read more about LRM, you can check out their website here.