[Congressional Record Volume 141, Number 85 (Monday, May 22, 1995)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1090]
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   CONGRATULATIONS TO FIRST OCCUPATIONAL CENTER OF NEW JERSEY AND ITS 
                                HONOREES

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                        HON. WILLIAM J. MARTINI

                             of new jersey

                    in the house of representatives

                          Monday, May 22, 1995
  Mr. MARTINI. Mr. Speaker, I would like to tell my colleagues about 
several very special individuals whose excellent work in the area of 
occupational and rehabilitational therapy for the aged, the disabled, 
and the disadvantaged has earned them high honors at the 41st 
anniversary celebration and annual awards presentation of the First 
Occupational Center of New Jersey on May 24, 1995.
  Peter Cocoziello, president of Consult Realty, Janet May, executive 
director of the West Essex Chamber of Commerce, John Smith, manager of 
public affairs at PSE&G, and Joan Verplanck, president of the New 
Jersey State Chamber of Commerce will all be the honorees on this 
memorable occasion. Their work with the center helps individuals and 
families challenged by both physical and economic disadvantages become 
contributing members of the community. With the support of individuals, 
private groups, and Government agencies, the center provides 
professional counseling and real work opportunities to those who truly 
need such services. For seniors over age 55, job readiness and 
placement services are available; for welfare recipients, remedial 
instruction and work experience are encouraged.
  The center, and the outstanding individuals that are being honored, 
strive to bring dignity and self-confidence to lives that may otherwise 
lose sight of these essential human traits. I congratulate these 
honorees: Mr. Cocoziello, Ms. May, Mr. Smith, and Ms. Verplanck for 
their contributions, and urge them to keep up their good work.


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