New York J 265: Memorializing Governor Andrew M. Cuomo to proclaim May 12-18, 2019, as Skilled Nursing Care Week in the State of New York

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Senate Resolution No. 265
Senator RIVERABY:
Governor Andrew M. Cuomo to proclaimMEMORIALIZING
May 12-18, 2019, as Skilled Nursing Care Week in the
State of New York
It is the sense of this Legislative Body to honor thoseWHEREAS,
illustrious organizations of the State of New York whose purposeful
endeavors serve to enhance the quality of life for the cherished
citizens in their communities; and
This Legislative Body is justly proud to memorializeWHEREAS,
Governor Andrew M. Cuomo to proclaim May 12-18, 2019, as Skilled Nursing
Care Week in the State of New York, in conjunction with the observance
of National Skilled Nursing Care Week; and
Established by the American Health Care Association in 1967WHEREAS,
and always beginning on Mother's Day, National Skilled Nursing Care Week
provides an opportunity for residents and their loved ones, staff,
volunteers, and surrounding communities to recognize the role of skilled
nursing care centers in caring for America's seniors and individuals
with disabilities; and
New York is stronger because we honor and respect ourWHEREAS,
elders, and citizens of any age with physical or intellectual
disabilities, who reside at a skilled nursing or post-acute care center
throughout the State; and
These citizens bring a wealth of experience and knowledgeWHEREAS,
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
Every skilled nursing care center embodies a unique andWHEREAS,
vibrant spirit and community for residents, volunteers and staff alike;
acts of kindness, generosity and compassion from proud veterans,
immigrants, and hardworking people of different faiths fill the walls of
each center; and
During National Skilled Nursing Care Week, skilled nursingWHEREAS,
care centers will unite under the theme, "Celebrating Life's Stories";
centers will be encouraged to collect narratives on each individual's
most significant life events, relationships and experiences to cultivate
a shared sense of purpose at the center and in the surrounding
community; and
All citizens are encouraged to visit a loved one, friend,WHEREAS,
or neighbor being cared for in any setting, and to offer a kind word and
a personal touch to show their continuing support; and
New York is committed to quality health care and toWHEREAS,
continuously improving quality of life; this Legislative Body is proud

to embrace the theme of "Celebrating Life's Stories" which pays homage
to the diverse set of perspectives that residents, family and staff
bring to everyday interactions; now, therefore, be it
That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations toRESOLVED,
memorialize Governor Andrew M. Cuomo to proclaim May 12-18, 2019, as
Skilled Nursing Care Week in the State of New York; and be it further
That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, beRESOLVED,
transmitted to The Honorable Andrew M. Cuomo, Governor of the State of
New York.