[Congressional Record Volume 161, Number 121 (Wednesday, July 29, 2015)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1183]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




    IN RECOGNITION OF THE 45TH ANNIVERSARY OF SOS COMMUNITY SERVICES

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                          HON. DEBBIE DINGELL

                              of michigan

                    in the house of representatives

                        Wednesday, July 29, 2015

  Mrs. DINGELL. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize SOS Community 
Services for its 45th anniversary. For 45 years, SOS has worked to end 
homelessness for families in Washtenaw County by providing resources 
and support to the community. As a result of their dedicated service 
and their mission to promote housing stability and self-sufficiency, 
SOS has immensely bettered Washtenaw County.
  SOS Community Services was started in 1970 by students and faculty at 
Eastern Michigan University. Originally, the group provided a 24-hour 
crisis phone line to EMU students. It has grown into an effective and 
critical non-profit organization committed to ending familial 
homelessness in all of Washtenaw County.
  SOS Community Services provides a wide range of services and support. 
They run a food pantry, provide temporary shelter and re-housing 
services, and work with families to find employment, pursue further 
education, and after-school and tutoring programs for children and 
young people. They also provide struggling families with everyday 
necessities such as utility assistance, bus tokens and access to 
computers and phones.
  Mr. Speaker, I ask my colleagues to join me today to honor 45 years 
of ardent service to their community. With compassion and respect, 
vital services are provided to maintain and raise the quality of life 
for approximately 4,700 people. I look forward to seeing further 
inspiring work from SOS Community Services.

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