[Congressional Record Volume 167, Number 193 (Wednesday, November 3, 2021)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1189]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




        RECOGNIZING HANEEN OMAR FOR HER SERVICE TO OUR COMMUNITY

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                            HON. JASON CROW

                              of colorado

                    in the house of representatives

                      Wednesday, November 3, 2021

  Mr. CROW. Madam Speaker, I rise today to recognize the 
accomplishments of Haneen Omar. A brilliant entrepreneur and dedicated 
civil servant, Haneen has made it her life's work to aid the 
underprivileged and make our community a better place to live.
  Many American families struggle to find quality caregiving for their 
loved-ones, forcing them to shoulder the immense responsibility 
themselves. In 2016, Haneen recognized this need in our community and 
founded the 2nd Home Adult Day Service Center of Aurora to provide the 
elderly and individuals with disabilities daytime programming, 
emotional support, and assistance with healthcare issues. Haneen 
designed 2nd Home to provide the highest quality care to these 
individuals so family members and caregivers can take a break and 
relieve stress--all while maintaining the much-needed peace of mind 
that their loved ones are in safe hands.
  Haneen did not stop there. In 2019, she founded Helm Community 
Services (HCS), and this past August, HCS organized the second annual 
``Taste of the Middle East'' festival to celebrate the Middle Eastern 
culture that is such a rich part of our community. Community members 
from every walk of life came together to listen to Middle Eastern 
artists and try Middle Eastern staples like Manooshe, Turkish Coffee 
Cup Reading, Henna, and delicious food from local restaurants. Our 
community is stronger for its embrace of diversity.
  Throughout Haneen's career, she has been a tireless advocate for 
those who are all-too-often marginalized. Driven by her mission to 
bring the community together--regardless of beliefs, race, or cultural 
background--Haneen has found unbelievable strength in differences and 
diversity. I congratulate Haneen on her incredible achievements and 
express my sincere gratitude for her dedication, leadership, and 
service to our community.

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