Senate Resolution No. 102

BY: Senator BRESLIN

HONORING Sabrina Mosseau, BS, RN, OCN, upon the
occasion of being named 2016 Resourceful Woman of
the Year by the YWCA of the Greater Capital Region,
Inc. on October 11, 2016

WHEREAS, It is the custom 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
organizations and individuals who would devote themselves 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 honor
Sabrina Mosseau, BS, RN, OCN, upon the occasion of being named 2016
Resourceful Woman of the Year by the YWCA of the Greater Capital Region,
Inc. to be celebrated at its 17th Annual Women's Luncheon Awards on
Tuesday, October 11, 2016, at the Hilton Garden Inn, Troy, New York; and

WHEREAS, Established in 1855, the YWCA was created with the
intention of being a safe place for women to improve their lives; over
the years, it has assisted countless female members of the community in
reaching their goals and maintaining self-sufficiency; and

WHEREAS, Today, the YWCA has 25 million members in 122 countries
working every day to fulfill the organization's mission of "eliminating
racism, empowering women and promoting peace, justice, freedom and
dignity for all"; and

WHEREAS, Since 2000, the YWCA of the Greater Capital Region has held
its Women's Luncheon Awards to honor those whose community and
professional pursuits advance the empowerment of women, as well as
individuals who represent the spirit of determination that defines the
women of the YWCA; and

WHEREAS, Sabrina Mosseau is being recognized for her many
accomplishments in making a difference in her community, as well as for
her kindness, support, and generosity; and

WHEREAS, A clinical sales specialist with Genentech Corporation,
Sabrina Mosseau has been a tireless advocate for the patients and
families served by Samaritan Hospital Radiation Oncology, Samaritan
Women's Health Center and St. Mary's Cancer Treatment Center for over 19
years; and

WHEREAS, Throughout her tenure, Sabrina Mosseau has been responsible
for coordination of all services to oncology patients and their
families, and has worked in conjunction with staff to develop and
implement innovative patient centered programs such as "No Woman Left
Behind", "No More Sleepless Nights" as well as Patient Navigation and
Survivorship Programs that are locally and nationally recognized as best
in practice; and

WHEREAS, For the past nine years, Sabrina Mosseau has been
instrumental in raising significant funds through the Visions of
Strength event, whose proceeds provide access to the integrative
wellness services which individuals living with cancer need; and

WHEREAS, Throughout her distinguished career, Sabrina Mosseau has
epitomized the meaning of being a resourceful and accomplished woman in
her professional and personal life; and

WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body that when a person
of such noble aims and accomplishments is brought to our attention, they
should be celebrated and recognized by all the citizens of this great
Empire State; now, therefore, be it

RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to
honor Sabrina Mosseau upon the occasion of being named 2016 Resourceful
Woman of the Year by the YWCA of the Greater Capital Region, Inc.; and
be it further

RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be
transmitted to Sabrina Mosseau.