LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION memorializing Governor Andrew M. Cuomo to
proclaim September 8-14, 2013, as Assisted Living Week in the State of
New York

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 memorialize Governor
Andrew M. Cuomo to proclaim September 8-14, 2013, as Assisted Living
Week in the State of New York, in conjunction with National Assisted
Living Week; and
WHEREAS, The number of elderly and disabled Americans, including New
Yorkers, is dramatically increasing; and
WHEREAS, Assisted living is a service that fosters choice, dignity,
independence and autonomy for the residents in New York State; and
WHEREAS, The National Center for Assisted Living proudly created
National Assisted Living Week, and together with its affiliate, the New
York State Center for Assisted Living, is dedicated to promoting high
quality, principle driven assisted living care and services with a
steadfast commitment to excellence, innovation and the advancement of
person centered care; and
WHEREAS, The theme of 2013 National Assisted Living Week is "Homemade
Happiness" which inspires creativity and participation by residents,
staff, families, and volunteers, and offers a multitude of events and
activities which demonstrate the commitment to those they serve and care
for daily; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to
memorialize Governor Andrew M. Cuomo to proclaim September 8-14, 2013,
as Assisted Living Week in the State of New York, and to encourage all
citizens to visit friends, family, and loved ones who reside at an
assisted living facility, and to learn more about assisted living
services and how they benefit our communities; and be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be tran-
smitted to The Honorable Andrew M. Cuomo, Governor of the State of New
York.