Home health care has rapidly gained acceptance as an important and successful element of high quality care.
Ronald Reagan
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Ronald Wilson Reagan was an American politician and actor who served as the 40th president of the United States from 1981 to 1989. A member of the Republican Party, he previously held the office of governor of California from 1967 to 1975. Reagan's presidency is noted for significant tax cuts, a strong anti-communist foreign policy, and the deregulation of various industries. His administration also faced challenges such as the Iran-Contra affair and economic issues, including inflation and unemployment.
Louis (Woody) Jenkins is a member of the Louisiana House of Representatives.
I reaffirm my determination to do my utmost to achieve true reductions in nuclear armaments through balanced and verifiable agreements.
Our shared values form the unshakeable foundation for our joint efforts to maintain the freedom and prosperity of the Western world.
Now, Therefore, I, Ronald Reagan, President of the United States of America, do hereby designate the week of November 28 through December 4, 1982, as National Home Health Care Week.
Many Americans have found that caring for the needs of our sick at home or in a community setting is not only as effective as in an institution, but that it is less costly and often more desirable for the patient.