[Congressional Record Volume 144, Number 109 (Wednesday, August 5, 1998)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1557]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




  IN HONOR OF THE 40TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE GLENVIEW SENIOR CITIZEN CLUB

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                        HON. JOHN EDWARD PORTER

                              of illinois

                    in the house of representatives

                       Wednesday, August 5, 1998

  Mr. PORTER. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to salute an organization in my 
congressional district that has supported the needs of senior citizens 
for the past 40 years. The Glenview Senior Citizen Club has expanded 
over the years to encompass a variety of health and recreational 
services needed to maintain the medical and social well-being of senior 
citizens throughout our area, and I am very proud to help recognize and 
celebrate the 40th Anniversary of its service.
  The Glenview Senior Citizen Club was established in 1958 with eleven 
dedicated individuals organizing its monthly social events. Presently, 
more than one thousand members participate in forty active programs 
including: crafts, choral group, blood pressure testing, counseling, 
physical fitness programs, educational and informational activities, 
and a variety of social events.
  This organization has attracted many members due to its accommodating 
services that make it easier for senior citizens to participate. First, 
there is a transportation service provided at no charge that takes 
senior citizens to and from the center. They also broadcast the 
center's programs over local cable television stations to educate their 
members and the greater public about the work being done there. A joint 
intergenerational program with the Glenview School System is also a way 
in which the center seeks to involve its members in community related 
activities.
  It is no surprise that the club's unique programs, services, and 
achievements have received statewide recognition. They have twice been 
the recipients of the Illinois Department of Commerce and Community 
Affairs ``Governor's Hometown Awards'' for Community Involvement in 
1988 and ``Individuals and Issues'' programs in 1998.
  Mr. Speaker, The Glenview Senior Citizen Club has long been a 
champion of civic service and of providing a variety of programs 
established to better the lives of its members. Together with everyone 
in the community, I wish to congratulate the Club on its 40th 
Anniversary and send best wishes for its continuing success in all 
years ahead.

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