LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION commemorating the conclusion of the Project
Aspire grant on June 16, 2010

WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body to recognize that the
quality and character of life in the communities across New York State
are reflective of the concerned and dedicated efforts of those organiza-
tions and individuals that are devoted to the welfare of the community
and its citizenry; and
WHEREAS, Attendant to such concern, and in full accord with its long-
standing traditions, this Legislative Body is justly proud to commem-
orate the conclusion of the Project Aspire grant; this auspicious occa-
sion was celebrated by the hosting of a learning collaborative on
Wednesday, June 16, 2010, at Brooklyn Borough Hall in Brooklyn, New
York; and
WHEREAS, Five years ago, the Substance Abuse and Mental Health
Services Administration (SAMSHA) funded Project Aspire to provide women
who experience chronic homelessness, mental health challenges and
service barriers with comprehensive and integrated programming that will
lead to improved consumer wellness outcomes and improved service system
performance; the project was implemented, in partnership with CAMBA, in
a New York City shelter where project participants received shelter
services in conjunction with project interventions; and
WHEREAS, The mission of Project Aspire is to positively impact
sustainable housing placements of homeless women within the Park Slope
Women's Shelter by implementing effective treatment models, increasing
residents' overall wellness, facilitating sustainable community housing
placements and facilitating access to community services; its mission is
achieved by a commitment to growth, achievement of identified goals and
development of community relationships; and
WHEREAS, In 2008, SAMSHA awarded Project Aspire with a National
Science and Service Award in recognition of its exemplary implementation
of evidence-based interventions that have demonstrated utility in the
prevention and/or treatment of mental illnesses and substance abuse
through its efforts in: building resilience and facilitating recovery
in participants; providing evidenced-based mental health and substance
abuse interventions within a community-based setting and facilitating
knowledge dissemination; and
WHEREAS, This auspicious occasion presents a unique opportunity for
this Legislative Body to recognize and pay tribute to Project Aspire;
and
WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body that when organiza-
tions and individuals of such noble aims and accomplishments are brought
to our attention, they should be recognized and applauded by all the
citizens of this great Empire State; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to
commemorate the conclusion of the Project Aspire grant; and be it
further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be tran-
smitted to Peter C. Campanelli, PsyD, President and Chief Executive
Officer, ICL Project Aspire.