Senate Resolution No. 2441

BY: Senator GRIFFO

HONORING Kathy Miller upon the occasion of her
designation for special recognition by the New York
State Office for the Aging on May 14, 2024

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 honor Kathy Miller
upon the occasion of her designation for special recognition by the New
York State Office for the Aging at its Annual Older New Yorker's Day
Celebration on Tuesday, May 14, 2024, at the Hart Theatre Lounge in The
Egg, Albany, New York; and

WHEREAS, Each May, the New York State Office for the Aging pauses to
acknowledge the outstanding contributions made by older citizens during
National Older Americans Month; and

WHEREAS, Members of older generations have helped build and shape
our Nation to be the greatest in the world; they have defended our
freedoms and values to ensure that those who come after them may have
better lives; nowhere in the Nation is the legacy of their efforts more
visible and more a part of the lives of all citizens than here in the
State of New York; and

WHEREAS, Kathy Miller is a proud native of Oxford, New York, in
Chenango County; she brings a wealth of experience and dedication to her
volunteer work with the Chenango County Area Agency on Aging (AAA); and

WHEREAS, Graduating from Oxford Academy and later obtaining her
Bachelor's degree in Psychology from SUNY Oneonta, Kathy Miller embarked
on a fulfilling career as a social worker, serving in long-term care
facilities across several counties in New York.; and

WHEREAS, Kathy Miller's passion for serving older adults led her
back to Chenango County, where she served as a case manager and
counselor for the Health Insurance Information, Counseling and
Assistance Program (HIICAP), which provides free and objective
counseling to older adults on Medicare and other health insurance
questions; and

WHEREAS, Now retired, Kathy Miller continues her commitment to the
community by volunteering during the agency's busy HIICAP season; and

WHEREAS, Known for her extensive knowledge and genuine care for her
clients, Kathy Miller takes the extra time to build meaningful
relationships and ensure comprehensive support for everyone; and

WHEREAS, Beyond her volunteer work, Kathy Miller enjoys spending
time with her family, including her sons and grandchildren, as well as
indulging in her love for travel; and

WHEREAS, Rare indeed is the impressive dedication shown by an
individual for the benefit of others which Kathy Miller has displayed
throughout her life; and

WHEREAS, Kathy Miller, a very active and industrious woman, has
inspired and enriched the lives of those she serves through her
volunteerism, generously sharing the wisdom gained over years of
experiencing life to its fullest; now, therefore, be it

RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to
honor Kathy Miller upon the occasion of her designation for special
recognition by the New York State Office for the Aging on May 14, 2024;
and be it further

RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be
transmitted to Kathy Miller.