[Congressional Record Volume 166, Number 213 (Wednesday, December 16, 2020)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1155]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]





 HONORING NANCY STERN FOR HER RETIREMENT FROM THE EASTERN SHORE RURAL 
                             HEALTH SYSTEM

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                          HON. ELAINE G. LURIA

                              of virginia

                    in the house of representatives

                      Wednesday, December 16, 2020

  Mrs. LURIA. Madam Speaker, I rise today to honor and recognize Nancy 
Stern upon her retirement from Eastern Shore Rural Health System, Inc.
  For over 20 years, Nancy has led Rural Health as the center's Chief 
Executive Office. In her time as CEO and beyond, Nancy has exhibited 
extraordinary passion for the Eastern Shore community and has been a 
staunch advocate for Community Health Centers nationwide.
  Nancy began her career as a health educator, originally working part-
time as she raised her young family. She worked in health education for 
over a decade before taking the role of Director of Human Resources for 
Rural Health. After three years in this role and another two years as 
the Director Operations, Nancy was appointed as Rural Health's CEO 
where she has remained for the last 20 years.
  Nancy has been a key figure in Rural Health's growth, modernization, 
and expansion to meet 21st century standards. Under Nancy's leadership, 
Rural Health added adult dental and behavior health care to better 
assist Eastern Shore residents. Nancy also oversaw the Eastville 
Community Health Center's construction as well as the expansion and 
replacement of the Onley and Atlantic Community Health Centers 
respectively. Additionally, she led Rural Health in acquiring a 
partnership with Kiwanis International for the Chincoteague Community 
Health Center. In her 20-year tenure, Rural Health's workforce expanded 
from 100 employees to 300 and increased its budget from $6 million to 
$29 million today.
  Nancy's dedication to providing for the health and well being of the 
Eastern Shore community is truly inspiring. I am proud to honor and 
recognize her leadership and the role she has played in making our 
community a better place. Coastal Virginia is a better place because of 
her efforts.

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