2011-J2890

Commemorating the 35th Anniversary of the Life Enrichment Center at Oyster Bay

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2011-J2890


LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION commemorating the 35th Anniversary of the Life
Enrichment Center at Oyster Bay

WHEREAS, It is incumbent upon the people of the State of New York to
recognize and acknowledge those within our midst who have made signif-
icant contributions to the quality of life therein; 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 35th Anniversary of the Life Enrichment Center at Oyster Bay,
to be celebrated on Friday, February 10, 2012; and
WHEREAS, Established in 1977, the Life Enrichment Center at Oyster Bay
is an independent 501(c)3 non-profit, multi-purpose, community based
center offering useful resources to people ages 50 and up residing in
Oyster Bay and its environs; the Center is a cornerstone making a
vibrant impact on the community; and
WHEREAS, The Life Enrichment Center at Oyster Bay's Day Program offers
lunch and transportation, social services, a non-emergency medical and
dental transportation service, a home care referral service, a shopper's
bus, a visiting nurse three times a week, an adult day care program with
caregiver support and a food pantry for those in need; in addition, its
extensive Health & Wellness Program includes 15 unique exercise classes,
a bi-monthly presentation by a nutritionist as well as a gym with a
personal trainer by appointment; and
WHEREAS, In 1999, the Life Enrichment Center at Oyster Bay established
Day Break, an adult day care program for the frail elderly; this partic-
ular program offers mind stimulating activities in a social model day
care setting; in addition, its third program, After Hours, was launched
in 2011; it offers customized activities focused on the baby boomer
segment; and
WHEREAS, A true asset to society, the Life Enrichment Center at Oyster
Bay's distinguished record merits the recognition and respectful tribute
of this Legislative Body; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to
commemorate the 35th Anniversary of the Life Enrichment Center at Oyster
Bay; and be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be tran-
smitted to John Sant'Angelo, President, Life Enrichment Center at Oyster
Bay.

actions

  • 06 / Jan / 2012
    • REFERRED TO FINANCE
  • 10 / Jan / 2012
    • REPORTED TO CALENDAR FOR CONSIDERATION
  • 10 / Jan / 2012
    • ADOPTED

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