[Congressional Record Volume 168, Number 175 (Monday, November 14, 2022)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1134]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




     RECOGNIZING WHEATFIELD COMMONS AS THE CHAMBER OF COMMERCE OF 
                   TONAWANDAS' NON-PROFIT OF THE YEAR

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                           HON. BRIAN HIGGINS

                              of new york

                    in the house of representatives

                       Monday, November 14, 2022

  Mr. HIGGINS of New York. Madam Speaker, today I would like to honor 
and recognize Wheatfield Commons, a senior living community providing 
assisted living and memory care to countless families in Western New 
York. Since 1958, residents of Erie and Niagara County have been 
fortunate to receive the family-oriented services of this non-profit.
  Wheatfield Commons is nestled in a park-like suburban setting with 
inviting grounds and courtyards. In warmer weather, residents enjoy 
taking in the sights from a large covered front porch. Residents are 
always encouraged to engage with others, and at a place like Wheatfield 
Commons, there are so many welcoming areas, like the beautifully 
decorated dining rooms and cozy fireplaces. All of this is a concerted 
effort to create an accommodating and enriching atmosphere where 
residents receive the highest quality services and care.
  Senior living communities ought to offer our elderly a healthy and 
dynamic way of living. Undoubtedly, Wheatfield Commons offers a 
personal approach to delivering support and services while encouraging 
family members to be actively involved in the care of their loved ones. 
Without this mission, you can imagine the potential lack of support and 
interpersonal connections of senior residents and their families. 
Luckily, Wheatfield Commons delivers for its residents.
  Organizations like Wheatfield Commons do not receive an appropriate 
amount of praise and attention for their critical efforts, so I am 
pleased that their hard work can be recognized in this way. Our 
communities are best served when our seniors are receiving proper care 
and attention.
  Madam Speaker, I am honored to recognize the irreplaceable Wheatfield 
Commons and their devoted staff. I would like to congratulate them on 
this well-deserved achievement.

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