[Congressional Record Volume 140, Number 40 (Thursday, April 14, 1994)]
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[Congressional Record: April 14, 1994]
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                        HOSPICE CARE VOLUNTEERS

 Mr. LIEBERMAN. Mr. President, I rise today before you to 
acknowledge the volunteers of Hospice Care and their significant 
contributions to the care of persons with life-threatening illnesses. 
Hospice Care Inc. of Connecticut, a nonprofit organization, was founded 
in 1981 to provide patients and their families with the medical care 
and support services that they require to maintain a comfortable level 
of life during difficult times. Throughout its 13 years of service, 
these highly trained volunteers, along with company professionals, have 
provided home care and short-term inpatient care for over 2,000 of 
southwestern Fairfield County's residents.
  Hospice Care volunteers are involved in every aspect of the 
organization's daily operations. They assist patients with household 
chores, provide companionship and support, and offer other invaluable 
services. Volunteers also serve in administrative positions, work to 
increase public awareness, raise funds for the organization, and 
function as the board of directors. Many have been with the 
organization since its founding and will remain to carry on its fine 
work in the future.
  These volunteers have selflessly given their time and energy to help 
their fellow residents of Connecticut, and the emotional stresses of 
providing such service cannot be denied. I am extremely proud to 
acknowledge the success and commitment of Hospice Care's 
volunteers.

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