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Commending th Children's Inn at the National Institutes of Health

Date: July 24, 2006
Location: Washington, DC
Issues: Health and Health Care


COMMENDING THE CHILDREN'S INN AT THE NATIONAL INSTITUTES OF HEALTH -- HON. CHRIS VAN HOLLEN (Extensions of Remarks - July 24, 2006)

HON. CHRIS VAN HOLLEN
OF MARYLAND
IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Monday, July 24, 2006

* Mr. VAN HOLLEN. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to commend The Children's Inn at the National Institutes of Health, an extraordinary organization in my congressional district, which has worked for many years to provide a warm, supportive home environment for seriously ill children and families seeking cutting-edge treatment at the NIH.

* Since it opened in June 1990, The Children's Inn has provided free lodgings to over 6,000 children and their families. The true extent of its services, however, goes far beyond the mere provision of living accommodations. By bringing seriously ill children and their families together in a warm, lively community that provides camaraderie and understanding, The Children's Inn has created invaluable support networks and friendships for children who face daily and often overwhelming challenges.

* As we begin National Hospitality House Week, I am pleased to recognize and pay tribute to The Children's Inn and its staff and volunteers for their selfless commitment to some of the youngest and most fragile members of our community. Their generosity of spirit is inspiring and, through their actions, they serve as role models to so many others.

* Mr. Speaker, I am proud to represent this special place--The Children's Inn at the National Institutes of Health--and to honor it today.

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