[Congressional Record Volume 144, Number 54 (Tuesday, May 5, 1998)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E754]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]


        THE NORTH MIAMI FOUNDATION FOR SENIOR CITIZENS' SERVICES

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                          HON. CARRIE P. MEEK

                               of florida

                    in the house of representatives

                          Tuesday, May 5, 1998

  Mrs. MEEK of Florida. Mr. Speaker, on Wednesday, May 6, 1998, the 
North Miami Foundation for Senior Citizens' Services will recognize the 
many volunteers who have provided assistance to the area's elderly for 
nearly a quarter century. This will be their 20th annual Volunteer 
Recognition Luncheon.
  In 1997, the volunteers donated 18,601 hours of chore service, 34,615 
hours of friendly companionship visits, and 60,186 telephone 
reassurance calls. In addition, 6,750 hours of special projects were 
conducted by local organizations and schools. Truly a community 
partnership, these volunteer hours are equivalent to 42 full-time staff 
positions.
  The overwhelming commitment of the Foundation's volunteers is 
inspiring and should serve as an example of what is possible when a 
community truly cares. The character of a community is directly 
reflected in the efforts of its citizens to assist those who are most 
in need. In this instance, North Miami, Miami Shores, Biscayne Park, 
and Miami-Dade County have demonstrated their mettle.
  As these United States celebrate Older Americans Month during May, I 
tip my hat to the efforts of the North Miami Foundation. Theirs is a 
noble commitment.

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