[Congressional Record Volume 148, Number 44 (Thursday, April 18, 2002)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E577]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                  HONORING THE ROCKVILLE SENIOR CENTER

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                       HON. CONSTANCE A. MORELLA

                              of maryland

                    in the house of representatives

                        Thursday, April 18, 2002

  Mrs. MORELLA. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize and honor the 
20th anniversary of the Rockville Senior Center. For two decades, the 
Rockville Senior Center has created opportunities for mature adults in 
Rockville, MD, to live healthy, happy, active lives.
  Serving more than 1,700 members, the Rockville Senior Center offers 
opportunities for seniors to achieve independence and self-sufficiency 
through a network of education, information programs, and active 
participation. A wide variety of classes and recreational activities 
enrich and support the lives of the membership. In addition, a number 
of important social services are provided, such as health clinics and 
health insurance counseling.
  The vibrant community of the Rockville Senior Center is the focal 
point for many programs, activities, and services. The organization 
continues to offer a full complement of services to meet the needs of 
senior adults. In many ways, the Rockville Senior Center is a second 
home and a second family to many of these seniors.
  I am particularly proud to recognize the 32 members who first joined 
the nurturing community that is the Rockville Senior Center at the very 
beginning, 20 years ago. They have seen many changes, but one thing has 
not changed in all these years--the commitment and the level of service 
provided to the membership.
  So, Mr. Speaker, I join with the entire community in offering my best 
wishes and congratulations to the Rockville Senior Center on this 
considerable milestone.

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