Political Quotes

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today in support of S. 324, the State Veterans Home Adult Day Health Care Improvement Act of 2017. This is very personal to me. My cousin, a fellow Vietnam vet who served on the DMZ with the Army, is currently in need of and receiving some of that care for some serious health issues he has right now as a result of exposure to Agent Orange. The bill we are talking about here strikes a responsible balance by promoting access to necessary medical services for veterans, while also improving quality of life by allowing them to return home to their families each night. Adult day healthcare does more than just provide veterans with the medical care that they need; it also offers much- needed relief to their caregivers. Oftentimes, friends and family come together to help with the daily care that these veterans and their families require. By giving veterans the opportunity to access medical care for up to 8 hours a day through a State veterans home, caregivers will have the opportunity to fulfill their personal responsibilities for themselves and their families. They can get on and get their life in order while still serving their veteran family member. These folks work day in and day out to provide unparalleled care, loving care to our most vulnerable veterans. S. 324 recognizes their selfless commitment and works to enhance their work-life balance so they can continue to serve veterans.…”