[Congressional Record Volume 146, Number 108 (Thursday, September 14, 2000)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1480]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]


                IN HONOR OF PARMADALE'S 75TH ANNIVERSARY

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                        HON. DENNIS J. KUCINICH

                                of ohio

                    in the house of representatives

                      Thursday, September 14, 2000

  Mr. KUCINICH. Mr. Speaker, I rise today in honor and recognition of 
Parmadale's 75th anniversary. Over the years, this organization has 
continued to provide a vital caring service for deprived and needy 
children in the city of Parma. It has been an outstanding force in 
support of the family unit and provides an essential vision of social 
cohesion within our community for which we should all pay our respect.
  Founded in September 1925, Parmadale was created with the objective 
of strengthening families by teaching parents how to more effectively 
care for their children. Throughout its years of community service, 
Parmadale's ethos has always been founded upon the strengths of family, 
neighborhood and community. As a care treatment provider it has 
maintained this fundamental value through services such as ``Whole 
Family Treatment.'' It has also succeeded in adapting to the changing 
needs of children in our society.
  Today it provides essential services for children suffering from drug 
dependence, mental difficulties, and serious emotional problems. The 
center prides itself on its flexible clinical response to the needs of 
children. The faculty provides specialized residential services, a 
range of foster care, as well as in-home services and day care. In 
1989, the St. Augustine Center for Special Needs Children was 
established. This was the first Intensive Treatment Center for 
adolescents in the State of Ohio. In 1994, its success was conformed by 
the addition of a second Intensive Treatment Center.
  My fellow colleagues please join me in paying respect to the 
outstanding work of the Parmadale Center. Its years of experience and 
flexibile approach to care services ensure that it will continue to 
provide an invaluable service for the youth and general community of 
Parma, Ohio.

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