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This resolution urges the Governor to declare February 12-18, 2017, as Children of Alcoholics Week in New York State.
Why it matters
Raises awareness about the unique challenges faced by children of alcoholics. , emphasizing their increased risks for mental, physical, and educational difficulties—information that can help communities, schools, and policymakers better support these children.
Highlights the scale of the issue. , noting that one in four children under 18 is exposed to a parent or family member with alcoholism, which underscores the widespread impact on families across New York State.
Encourages greater public and governmental action. at local, state, and national levels, signaling a need for improved resources, interventions, and support systems for affected children and their families.
Celebrates the recovery and resilience of children who have overcome the hardships associated with growing up in alcoholic households. , offering hope and destigmatizing help-seeking for those still in need.
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Declare Children of Alcoholics Week
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Senate Resolution No. 582 BY: Senator PARKER MEMORIALIZING Governor Andrew M. Cuomo to proclaim February 12-18, 2017, as Children of Alcoholics Week in the State of New York WHEREAS, It is the custom of this Legislative Body to recognize official weeks set… Show allHide
Senate Resolution No. 582 BY: Senator PARKER MEMORIALIZING Governor Andrew M. Cuomo to proclaim February 12-18, 2017, as Children of Alcoholics Week in the State of New York WHEREAS, It is the custom of this Legislative Body to recognize official weeks set aside to increase awareness of serious issues which affect the lives of citizens of New York State; and WHEREAS, Attendant to such concern, and in full accord with its long-standing traditions, this Legislative Body is proud to proclaim February 12-18, 2017, as Children of Alcoholics Week in the State of New York, in conjunction with the observance of National Children of Alcoholics Week, led by the National Association for Children of Alcoholics; and WHEREAS, Children of Alcoholics Week celebrates the recovery of the many thousands of children who have received the help they needed to recover from the pain and loss suffered in their childhood, and offers hope to all those still suffering; and WHEREAS, The National Association for Children of Alcoholics states that preschool children of alcoholics have poorer language skills and school-age children of alcoholics are at risk for being worried, distracted and absent; all of these children may be at a greater risk of both mental and physical health risks; and WHEREAS, Children of Alcoholics Week calls attention to the one in four children under the age of 18 who are exposed to parents or other family members who suffer from alcoholism; and WHEREAS, It is imperative that there be greater public awareness of this important issue, and more must be done to increase activity at the local, state and national levels to reduce this serious issue; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to proclaim February 12-18, 2017, as Children of Alcoholics Week in the State of New York; and be it further RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be transmitted to The Honorable Andrew M. Cuomo, Governor of the State of New York.
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