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J1580Senate2019-2020 SessionResolution

Honor Chapin Home Anniversary

Official title

“Commemorating the 150th Anniversary of the Chapin Home for the Aging on May 31, 2019”

Sponsor Leroy ComrieSD-14
Status
Adopted
Impact
1/10
Minimal
Outcome
Adopted

What's happening

This resolution commemorates the 150th anniversary of the Chapin Home for the Aging, recognizing its longstanding service to the elderly.

Why it matters

  1. Highlights the crucial role of longstanding institutions. By commemorating the Chapin Home for the Aging, the resolution underscores the value and importance of organizations with deep roots in the community, emphasizing how continuity and experience contribute to quality elder care.

  2. Recognizes commitment to quality and dignity. The Chapin Home’s 5-Star CMS rating and ongoing focus on both quality of life and quality of care are celebrated, spotlighting standards that can serve as a benchmark for elder care facilities statewide.

  3. Affirms community and leadership contributions. The resolution specifically acknowledges the leadership, staff, and volunteers whose dedication has maintained high standards, illustrating the impact that committed individuals and governance have on sustaining trusted community resources.

  4. Elevates the social responsibility toward the elderly. By honoring 150 years of service, the resolution brings attention to the ongoing need to care for aging populations with respect and compassion, reinforcing societal values around dignity and support for elders.

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Honor Chapin Home Anniversary

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Sponsors

Primary sponsor
Leroy Comrie

Senator · Senate District 14

Chair, Corporations, Authorities And Commissions

No co-sponsors yet.

History

  1. Adopted
  2. Reported to calendar for consideration
  3. Referred to finance

Full text

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Senate Resolution No. 1580 BY: Senator COMRIE COMMEMORATING the 150th Anniversary of the Chapin Home for the Aging on May 31, 2019 WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body to recognize institutions which faithfully serve the needs of the community… Show all

Senate Resolution No. 1580 BY: Senator COMRIE COMMEMORATING the 150th Anniversary of the Chapin Home for the Aging on May 31, 2019 WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body to recognize institutions which faithfully serve the needs of the community and its citizens with diligence and compassionate commitment to improving the quality and dignity of life in the community; and WHEREAS, Attendant to such concern, and in full accord with its long-standing traditions, this Legislative Body is justly proud to commemorate the 150th Anniversary of the Chapin Home for the Aging, to be celebrated at an event on Friday, May 31, 2019; and WHEREAS, The Chapin Home for the Aging was founded in Manhattan, New York, in 1869, by Mrs. Edwin Chapin, wife of the celebrated orator and pastor; shortly thereafter, 20 other dedicated women joined in the new enterprise based on Dr. Chapin's philosophy of "What is your need, not your creed."; and WHEREAS, The Chapin Home for the Aging has served the New York City/Long Island community at its Jamaica, New York, location since

1910; today, the 220-bed skilled nursing and rehabilitation facility and

50-registrant Adult Day Health Care Center maintains a 5-Star CMS rating for both quality of life and quality of care for its elder community; and WHEREAS, Since its inception, the Chapin Home for the Aging has strived to provide a true home for the aging men… Show all

50-registrant Adult Day Health Care Center maintains a 5-Star CMS rating for both quality of life and quality of care for its elder community; and WHEREAS, Since its inception, the Chapin Home for the Aging has strived to provide a true home for the aging men and women who live there by providing serenity and security which has always been envisioned as essential and appropriate to the latter part of life; and WHEREAS, The success of the Chapin Home for the Aging is in direct correlation to the efforts of its Administrator/Executive Vice President, Jennifer McManaman, Board of Trustees and staff, whose involvement is, and always has been, characterized by an impressive commitment, an unbridled enthusiasm, and an uncompromising standard of excellence in all endeavors on behalf of the institution and the community it serves; and WHEREAS, For 150 years, the Chapin Home for the Aging has been dedicated to helping our elderly and disabled citizens; this facility has never lessened its concern for the dignity of every resident it serves, or compromised its standard of excellence for resident care; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to commemorate the 150th Anniversary of the Chapin Home for the Aging on

May 31, 2019; and be it further RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be transmitted to Jennifer McManaman, Administrator/Executive Vice President, Chapin Home for the Aging.

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