[Congressional Record Volume 147, Number 35 (Thursday, March 15, 2001)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E371]
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                         TRIBUTE TO ANN HOLMES

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                           HON. SCOTT McINNIS

                              of colorado

                    in the house of representatives

                        Thursday, March 15, 2001

  Mr. McINNIS. Mr. Speaker, I would like to take a moment to recognize 
Ann Holmes of La Jara, Colorado for her service to the elderly in her 
community. For 21 years Ann has dedicated her time to make sure the 
residents of the Conejos County Long Term Care Unit were comfortable 
and receiving top care. That is why I would like the 107th Congress to 
take a moment and recognize Ann for her work.
  Ann worked in the district for five and a half years and recently 
decided it was time to slow down. Her dedication and hard work won her 
excellent ratings from the State Surveys. And because of these ratings 
the Conejos County Long Term Care Unit was able to participate in the 
ResQuip Program, which offers money for specific projects that will 
enhance the lives of area residents. Ann always put patients first.
  The funds that came from the ResQuip Program were used to build a 
gazebo. One of Ann's goals, which she achieved, was to purchase a lift 
to transfer residents in comfort.
  Ann also formed the Ethics Committee for the Conejos County Hospital. 
All of her staff members and residents will miss her tremendously. ``It 
has been a privilege to work under her direction. I will miss her both 
professionally and personally,'' Julia King-Smith said.
  Mr. Speaker, as Ann moves on to new pursuits, I would like to thank 
her for her remarkable work. In my opinion, Ann will long be remembered 
as a servant in the medical field, and for giving so much time to make 
sure that the elderly are comfortable.
  For these things, Ann deserves the thanks and praise of this body.

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