Senate Resolution No. 2603 BY: Senator COMRIE COMMEMORATING the 155th Anniversary of Chapin Home for the Aging on May 31, 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, It is the sense of this Legislative Body to honor those illustrious organizations of the State of New York whose purposeful endeavors serve to enhance the quality of life for the cherished senior citizens in their communities; and WHEREAS, Attendant to such concern and in full accord with its long-standing traditions, this Legislative Body is justly proud to commemorate the 155th Anniversary of Chapin Home for the Aging on May 31, 2024; and WHEREAS, Chapin Home for the Aging was founded in Manhattan in 1869 by Hannah Chapin‚ wife of the celebrated orator and pastor of the church of the Divine Paternity, Dr. Edwin Chapin; twenty other dedicated women joined in an enterprise based on Dr. Chapin's philosophy of "What is your need, not your creed"; and WHEREAS, When Chapin Home welcomed its first residents in 1869, Dr. Edwin and Hannah Chapin had a bold vision for the future of their organization; along with their small but dedicated team, they strived to build an establishment where all were welcome, regardless of background; and WHEREAS, Since its inception, Chapin Home for the Aging has been driven to provide each resident with the excellent, dignified care they deserve; and WHEREAS, Over 150 years later, Chapin Home has grown to a 220-bed skilled nursing facility boasting a 50-registrant adult day health care center with cutting-edge rehabilitation equipment; its impressive range of facilities and expert team members cater to a range of unique needs, empowering seniors with the tools they need to live well; and WHEREAS, Today, though Chapin Home sits in the tranquil new location of Jamaica Hills, New York, the vision of its Manhattan founders remains at the forefront of its mission to provide aging men and women a true home where they may find the serenity and security which has always been envisioned as essential and appropriate to the latter part of life; and WHEREAS, With a philosophy and reputation for excellent care, Chapin Home has been caring for the elderly of New York for 155 years, and has firmly established itself as one of the leaders in its field; and WHEREAS, This significant milestone is an excellent opportunity to recognize the special contributions of Chapin Home and the dedicated individuals who strive to better the quality of life for senior citizens in the community; and WHEREAS, It is the custom of this Legislative Body that when individuals and organizations of such noble aims and accomplishments are 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 commemorate the 155th Anniversary of Chapin Home for the Aging on May 31, 2024; and be it further RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be transmitted to Chapin Home for the Aging, Jamaica Hills, New York.