Honor Carole and Ed Grove

Senate Resolution No. 1089 BY: Senator GRIFFO HONORING Carole and Ed Grove upon the occasion of their designation for special recognition by the New York State Office for the Aging on May 21, 2019 WHEREAS, Senior citizens bring a wealth of experience and knowledge to the increasingly active roles they play in today's society; their past contributions and future participation are a vital part of, and valuable asset to, the fabric of community life and activity; and WHEREAS, This Legislative Body is justly proud to honor Carole and Ed Grove upon the occasion of their designation for special recognition by the New York State Office for the Aging at its Annual Older New Yorker's Day Celebration on Tuesday, May 21, 2019, at the Hart Theatre Lounge in The Egg, Albany, New York; and WHEREAS, Each May, the New York State Office for the Aging pauses to acknowledge the outstanding contributions made by older citizens during National Older Americans Month; and WHEREAS, Members of older generations have helped build and shape our Nation to be the greatest in the world; they have defended our freedoms and values to ensure that those who come after them may have better lives; nowhere in the Nation is the legacy of their efforts more visible and more a part of the lives of all citizens than here in the State of New York; and WHEREAS, Residents of Oneida County, Carole and Ed Grove are dedicated and treasured members of their community; 38 years ago, Carole, with the support of Ed, established Your Neighbors, Inc., a non-profit organization dedicated to providing quality service and support to people who are frail, elderly or have a disability in their home setting; and WHEREAS, Since its inception, Carole Grove has served as the Food Coordinator and has been actively involved with the Board of Directors; she also takes the time to personally meet with every new client, making them feel comfortable and welcome; and WHEREAS, For her steadfast and unremitting commitment to the older consumers of her community, Carole Grove was the recipient of the 2015 Caregiver of the Year Award by the Greater Mohawk Valley Community and Elder Wellness Council Inc.; and WHEREAS, From 1991-1997, Ed Grove served on Your Neighbors' Board of Directors; upon the completion of his term, he continued as a non-board financial officer for several years; in 2004, he oversaw the receipt of a substantial Robert Wood Johnson grant, and henceforth, became more involved with fundraising aspects of the organization; and WHEREAS, Together, Carole and Ed Grove have organized the Annual Garage Sale for the last 20 years, and have led the Annual Chicken Barbecue; in this capacity, Ed raises the necessary funds for chicken and supplies, and Carole coordinates with volunteers to deliver and serve meals; and WHEREAS, Rare indeed is the impressive dedication shown by an individual for the benefit of others which Carole and Ed Grove have displayed throughout their lives; and WHEREAS, Carole and Ed Grove, a very active and industrious couple, have inspired and enriched the lives of those they serve through their volunteerism, generously sharing the wisdom gained over years of experiencing life to its fullest; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to honor Carole and Ed Grove upon the occasion of their designation for special recognition by the New York State Office for the Aging on May