[Congressional Record Volume 144, Number 124 (Thursday, September 17, 1998)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1752]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]


       TRIBUTE TO MANHATTAN VALLEY GOLDEN AGE SENIOR CENTER, INC.

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                          HON. JOSE E. SERRANO

                              of new york

                    in the house of representatives

                      Thursday, September 17, 1998

  Mr. SERRANO. Mr. Speaker, it is with joy and pride that I rise to pay 
tribute to the Manhattan Valley Golden Age Senior Center, Inc., which 
will celebrate its 25th anniversary of services to the seniors and the 
community on Friday, September 18, 1998.
  Manhattan Valley Golden Age Senior Center, Inc. was founded in 1973 
by a group of civic leaders and community residents of the Upper 
Westside of Manhattan District Board #7 who understood the need to 
provide a variety of educational and recreational activities to our 
senior citizens.
  The Center began its operations in two small rooms in the basement of 
the Grace Methodist Church before relocating in 1981 to a modern 
building in a residential area on 106th Street between Columbus and 
Amsterdam Avenues.
  The center provides advocacy and entitlement benefit services to help 
enhance an individual's self-esteem and foster a greater sense of 
independence and self-reliance.
  On a daily basis, the Center, which is open Monday thru Friday from 
8:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., serves hot, nutritious meals to over 150 
seniors.
  Mr. Speaker, I applaud the commitment and the efforts of the 
Manhattan Valley Golden Age Senior Center, Inc.'s board, staff, and 
supporters for the assistance they provide to the elderly.
  With the collaboration of a qualified staff, Manhattan Valley Golden 
Age Senior Center, Inc. networks with other agencies that offer 
assistance to help keep our senors vital and part of the community.
  I would like to especially compliment this year's honoree, Mr. Joseph 
Unanau, president of Goya Foods, who will be recognized during the 25th 
anniversary for his support in improving the quality of life of the 
seniors in our community.
  Mr. Speaker, I ask my colleagues to join me in recognizing the 
Manhattan Valley Golden Age Senior Center, Inc. and the individuals who 
have made 25 years of service possible.

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