[Congressional Record (Bound Edition), Volume 157 (2011), Part 11]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page 16133]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]




    CELEBRATING THE OPENING OF THE WOMEN'S CARE CENTER OF LA GRANGE

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                          HON. DANIEL LIPINSKI

                              of illinois

                    in the house of representatives

                       Tuesday, October 25, 2011

  Mr. LIPINSKI. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to celebrate the opening of 
the Women's Care Center of La Grange in my home district. The Women's 
Care Center is a life-affirming crisis pregnancy center, providing non-
judgmental guidance and support to women who unexpectedly find 
themselves with a child.
  The Women's Care Center of La Grange is affiliated with International 
Life Services, a non-profit organization that safeguards the dignity of 
human life while supporting women in their moment of need. Chicagoland 
women now have the option to seek refuge at the Women's Care Center and 
receive accurate information and confidential counseling in a 
comforting environment. Besides offering emotional support, the Women's 
Care Center provides free and affordable health care for new and 
expecting mothers. Pregnancy tests, ultrasounds, and pre-natal care are 
offered, as well as medical referrals. After the child is born, the 
center continues to aid the family. Support is available in the form of 
baby clothes, diapers, baby furniture, and food assistance. Every 
mother deserves access to quality medical care, and I am pleased that 
this facility prioritizes the health of the mother and the child.
  I am proud to have this charitable organization in my district and I 
look forward to its positive impact. I am certain that this new 
facility will be a gift to the community. Please join me in celebrating 
the Women's Care Center of La Grange as they pursue their life-
affirming mission of improving the health and wellbeing of local women 
and children.

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