[Congressional Record Volume 143, Number 114 (Wednesday, September 3, 1997)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1639]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]


              HONORING THE 25TH ANNIVERSARY OF GREENCROFT

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                            HON. TIM ROEMER

                               of indiana

                    in the house of representatives

                      Wednesday, September 3, 1997

  Mr. ROEMER. Mr. Speaker, in the twilight of our lives, we look 
forward to and hope for the company of our families, our friends, and 
our God. This is a fair expectation, but people sometimes need help in 
realizing it, especially those of us who require more care than we can 
provide for ourselves as we get older.
  The Greencroft complex in Goshen, IN provides a network of services 
for older adults. In so doing, they ensure that retired Hoosiers live 
among those who are family and who treat them like family, among 
friends and in a place to make new ones, and with a Christian emphasis 
that reminds them that, above all, they are in God's care.
  From its earliest beginnings, dating back to November, 1962, 
Greencroft has grown and expanded to meet the simplest and most dire 
needs of our older citizens. Providing housing, nursing care, and day-
to-day assistance is the basic function of Greencroft. But they do so 
much more, focused on those quality of life issues that mean the 
difference between existing and living. Its ties to the Mennonite 
Church also mean that Greencroft functions as a constant ministry to 
its residents.
  Greencroft is an entire community unto itself, yet by its very 
interactive nature is a full member of the larger Goshen community. At 
this time, Greencroft is home to some 850 persons living in 
independent, congregate, or assisted housing situations, with a full 
range of health care and other services.
  Its Christian character and continuous effort to renew and upgrade 
its services mean the highest level of staff quality and senior 
services, a style of living for older citizens that has been emulated 
far and wide.
  Mr. Speaker, it is with great pride that I stand to recognize the 
25th anniversary of Greencroft, and note that September 2, 1997 is the 
date of the anniversary celebration. I want to particularly note the 
contributions of Gene Yoder, president of Greencroft, and the very fine 
Greencroft staff. Gene is a recognized national leader in the housing 
field, and he presides over one of the finest facilities of its kind. 
The people of Greencroft, residents and staff, can all be very proud of 
this occasion.

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