[Congressional Record Volume 157, Number 146 (Monday, October 3, 2011)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1742]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




              HONORING THE 50TH ANNIVERSARY OF LEADINGAGE

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                            HON. BARBARA LEE

                             of california

                    in the house of representatives

                        Monday, October 3, 2011

  Ms. LEE of California. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor LeadingAge 
as it celebrates 50 years of advancing policies, practices and research 
that empower people to live fully as they age. Founded in 1961, and 
formerly known as the American Association of Homes and Services 
(AAHSA), LeadingAge currently comprises a vast network of 5,600 not-
for-profit organizations dedicated to expanding the world of 
possibilities for aging.
  LeadingAge members touch the lives of millions of individuals and 
families each day through a continuum of housing and community based 
services, including adult day services, home health, hospice, community 
services, senior housing, assisted living residences, continuing care 
retirement communities and nursing homes. With five decades of 
experience, over 40 state partners, as well as businesses, research 
partners, consumer organizations, foundations and a broad international 
network of aging service organizations, LeadingAge's mission and core 
values have taken on a global scope.
  Furthermore, I would like to recognize the outgoing chair of 
LeadingAge and an outstanding leader in the field of aging and long-
term services, Mr. Winthrop Marshall. Under Mr. Marshall's leadership, 
LeadingAge completed the transition to its new moniker, and 
reinvigorated its mission to expand the possibilities for aging. 
``LeadingAge'' truly reflects the organization's leadership position in 
aging and its members' commitment to championing quality and dignity 
for America's elders. Known for his decades-long advocacy for 
affordable senior housing, Mr. Marshall is committed to combining 
housing with supportive services that help seniors remain independent 
and in their communities. From leading the association's fight to pass 
the Affordable Care Act and CLASS Act, to the passage of the landmark 
Section 202 Supportive Housing for the Elderly Act, Mr. Marshall's 
tenure as Chair has been marked by strength, solidarity and success.
  Mr. Marshall has overseen LeadingAge member task forces on workforce, 
affordable housing, nursing home quality, home- and community-based 
services, and issues specific to rural members. Additionally, he spent 
nearly 30 years with an invaluable organization located in my district, 
Christian Church Homes of Northern California, which also celebrates 
its 50th anniversary this year.
  Therefore, as we recognize LeadingAge's long legacy and its excellent 
leadership under Mr. Winthrop Marshall, we look forward to a bright 
future of affordable long-term services and support for our Nation's 
older adults. As LeadingAge forges ahead with its five main tenets of 
aging services: quality, transitions, talent, finance, and technology, 
I have every confidence that they will fulfill their commitment to 
ensure that all seniors have a place to call home.
  On behalf of California's 9th Congressional District, I want to 
extend my congratulations on this important milestone. Thank you, 
LeadingAge members, for all that you do. I wish you continued success 
in providing our older adults with vital services and opportunities as 
you advance leadership in aging through innovation.

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