[Congressional Record Volume 160, Number 152 (Friday, December 12, 2014)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1811]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




          HONORING COMPANEROS EN SALUD/PARTNERS IN HEALTH, NFP

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                            HON. BILL FOSTER

                              of illinois

                    in the house of representatives

                      Thursday, December 11, 2014

  Mr. FOSTER. Mr. Speaker, I rise today in honor Companeros en Salud/
Partners in Health, a not-for-profit grass roots organization in 
Aurora, Illinois that is celebrating its 15th Anniversary.
  Since 1999, Companeros en Salud/Partners in Health, NFP has provided 
assistance for members of the Hispanic community and other diverse 
groups to ensure equal access to health care and other social services 
in the Fox Valley. I would especially like to recognize Dr. Lulu 
Blacksmith, Companeros en Salud's founder, for her dedication and 
leadership of the organization.
  Through programs such as the Latina Health Festival, the Men's Health 
Festival, and Language Access Healthcare, Companeros en Salud has 
become an important resource for our community. Since its founding, the 
organization has been expanding its focus into areas such as mental 
health and diabetes, while still offering high quality service to those 
who need assistance the most.
  I would like to offer my sincere congratulations to Companeros en 
Salud/Partners in Health, NFP as it celebrates its 15th Anniversary.

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