Recognizing the 35th Anniversary of 2nd Chance, Inc.

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Mr. ROGERS of Alabama. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize 2nd Chance, Inc. on their 35th anniversary. Since its inception in 1988 as a non-profit organization, 2nd Chance, Inc.'s purpose has been to provide supportive advocacy services to victims and survivors of domestic and sexual violence.

The board of directors and staff of 2nd Chance, Inc. provide services to these victims from shelters to support to counseling until protection and assistance is no longer required.

2nd Chance opened its first emergency shelter--the Joy Kathryn Courtney House--in 1990 where up to 23 victims with or without children could be housed. The second shelter--the Legacy House--was opened in 2017 to house older victims and those with limited mobility issues.

These places of refuge and the services provided by 2nd Chance have assisted countless numbers of women and families across Calhoun County and the surrounding area over the past 35 years. Many more individuals have been made aware of the prevalence of domestic and sexual violence and how to assist victims thanks to the services offered by 2nd Chance.

Mr. Speaker, please join me in recognizing the hard work of 2nd Chance, Inc., their 35th anniversary and their lasting impact on our community.

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