[Congressional Record Volume 154, Number 160 (Thursday, October 2, 2008)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E2208]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




        RECOGNIZING FAMILIA UNIDA LIVING WITH MULTIPLE SCLEROSIS

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                          HON. HILDA L. SOLIS

                             of california

                    in the house of representatives

                       Thursday, October 2, 2008

  Ms. SOLIS. Madam Speaker, I rise today to honor the work and service 
that Familia Unida Living with Multiple Sclerosis, Familia Unida, 
contributes throughout California's 32nd Congressional District.
  Familia Unida's mission is to enlighten, educate, and unite families 
that are affected by Multiple Sclerosis, MS, as well as other 
debilitating diseases. Though originally founded to provide culturally 
and linguistically sensitive resources to the Latino community dealing 
with MS, Family Unida's outreach now extends into the entire MS 
community, providing services to any who request assistance in coping 
with this disease. Through events such as the 5th Annual Wheelchair 
Wash, Familia Unida continues to bring awareness to the importance of 
the inclusion of all persons, especially those living with 
disabilities, in our lives.
  Famila Unida has enhanced the quality of life for many through its 
extensive services in obtaining health care access, as well as 
providing educational resources. As Family Unida continues to honor its 
founding principles of providing culturally sensitive programs and 
support for those living with MS, I ask that my colleagues join me in 
recognizing its valued service and commitment to the MS community.

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