[Congressional Record Volume 171, Number 13 (Wednesday, January 22, 2025)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E57]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




CELEBRATING THE HONOREES OF THE AREA AGENCY ON AGING OF BROWARD COUNTY 
                    43RD ANNUAL INSTALLATION DINNER

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                          HON. JARED MOSKOWITZ

                               of florida

                    in the house of representatives

                      Wednesday, January 22, 2025

  Mr. MOSKOWITZ. Mr. Speaker, I, along with Representative Wasserman 
Schultz and Representative Cherfilus-McCormick, rise today to recognize 
the Area Agency on Aging of Broward County (AAABC) and the celebration 
of their 43rd Annual Installation Dinner honoring four distinguished 
members of the community.
  For over four decades, the AAABC continues to be a pillar of support 
and advocacy for older adults, ensuring that they receive vital 
resources and services to enhance their quality of life. We are proud 
to recognize the following honorees for their exemplary service to the 
senior community.
  This event celebrates and honors outstanding contributions of 
individuals, organizations and municipalities whose advocacy has made a 
profound difference in the lives of older adults. Among the honorees 
are:
  Andrea Buscada, the director of Broward County Elderly and Veterans 
Services, as Project Leader of the Year for her commitment to serving 
our senior and veteran populations.
  Dr. Naushira Pandya, Associate Professor and Chair of the Department 
of Geriatrics at Nova Southeastern University (NSU) as the Volunteer of 
the Year for her impactful work in geriatric healthcare and education.
  Senator Nan Rich, Broward County Commissioner and former State 
Senator, as Community Champion of the Year for her outstanding 
leadership for over 25 years in the community, working as a champion 
for seniors and the disabled community. Her impactful work has advanced 
policies that protect and empower older adults in our community.
  Senior Proof, a home safety modification company for their innovative 
efforts to support aging in place and create safer living environments 
for seniors.
  City of Oakland Park and the City of Miramar for their Fair Share 
Milestone commitment to creating age-friendly communities and 
supporting local senior programs.
  As the AAABC celebrates this milestone, they are commended for their 
unwavering dedication to improving the lives of Broward County's aging 
population. Together we would also like to thank the CEO, Charlotte 
Mather-Taylor for her leadership of the agency with a mission to 
enhancing the quality of life for older adults. Charlotte along with 
her team are committed to ensuring that all seniors in Broward County 
receive the dignity, respect, and care they deserve.
  Mr. Speaker, it is an honor to recognize the AAABC and the honorees 
of the 43rd Annual Installation Dinner. We ask our colleagues to join 
us in congratulating them on this significant occasion and wishing them 
continued success.

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