On the recordMay 25, 2023
Madam Speaker, today, I rise to honor Ossining Padres Hispanos, a lifeline for the local Latino community, and its executive director, Ana Guzman, who immigrated to the United States from Ecuador 33 years ago. Born from a simple Facebook group that translated school updates, Padres Hispanos has evolved into a vital community resource, serving thousands with food, clothes, language classes, workplace training, and critical classes on legal, financial, and immigration matters. Just this past weekend, I joined Ana and community residents at Ossining Padres Hispanos to celebrate the graduation of their home health aide program, with over 30 people now joining the ranks of this critical workforce that helps our seniors age in place gracefully. Clad in orange, symbolizing hope and energy, Ana and her team stand as a beacon of resilience, inclusivity, and solidarity in Ossining and across Westchester County. I extend my heartfelt gratitude to Ossining Padres Hispanos and Ana for their relentless commitment to our community's welfare. I thank them for making Ossining a better place for all. ____________________
