[Congressional Record Volume 153, Number 81 (Wednesday, May 16, 2007)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1063]
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   HONORING THE MENTAL HEALTH ASSOCIATION IN PASSAIC COUNTY AND THE 
DISTINGUISHED HONOREES OF ITS 4TH ANNUAL VISION AND ACHIEVEMENT AWARDS 
                                 DINNER

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                           HON. SCOTT GARRETT

                             of new jersey

                    in the house of representatives

                        Wednesday, May 16, 2007

  Mr. GARRETT of New Jersey. Madam Speaker, I rise today to commend the 
Mental Health Association in Passaic County for its outstanding 
dedication to the well-being of the people of Passaic. For two decades, 
the committed staff and volunteers of this organization have provided 
County residents with the services and support that they need to take 
care of themselves. From a listening ear to prescription drugs and 
therapy to education and public awareness efforts, the Mental Health 
Association serves Passaic residents from childhood to retirement, 
often without payment for all they provide.
  At their Fourth Annual Vision and Achievement Awards Dinner tonight, 
the Mental Health Association in Passaic County will honor seven 
tremendous citizens whose individual efforts also work to support the 
well-being of Passaic residents. Each, in his or her own way, helps to 
make the quality of life in this North Jersey community top-notch, and 
I wish to recognize them all for their outstanding accomplishments:
  Mohamed El Filali, Outreach Director at the Islamic Center of Passaic 
County and the Muslim Chaplain at the Passaic County Jail.
  Sister Gloria Perez, Executive Director of Eva's Kitchen and 
Sheltering Programs.
  Dr. Steven D. Rose, President of Passaic County Community College.
  Dr. Sybil C. Schreiber, Executive Director of the Passaic County 
Mental Clinic.
  Jerry Speziale, Passaic County Sheriff.
  Jack McElligott, a licensed clinical social worker and member of the 
Board of Directors of the Mental Health Association in Passaic County.
  Linda Shapiro, a loving wife and mother and volunteer for the Mental 
Health Association in Passaic County.
  It is an honor to recognize the public service of these seven 
individuals and all the men and women who make the Mental Health 
Association in Passaic County such an important part of the Passaic 
community.

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