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Senator Terry Gipson Hosts Advocates From the Anderson Center for Autism at State Capitol
Terry Gipson
February 12, 2014
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For Immediate Release: February 12, 2014
Media Contact: Jonathan Heppner | 845.463.0840 | heppner@nysenate.gov
SENATOR TERRY GIPSON HOSTS ADVOCATES FROM THE ANDERSON CENTER FOR AUTISM AT STATE CAPITOL
“I’m proud to welcome the Anderson Center for Autism to the Capitol today for such an important cause,” said Senator Gipson. “We are fortunate to have non-profit organizations, such as the Anderson Center for Autism, that deliver much needed services to individuals with developmental disabilities and their families in our community. I commend them for coming up to Albany and making their voices heard.”
“Our committed group of parents and loved ones known as the Anderson Family Partners look forward to this day,” said Neil Pollack, Executive Director of the Anderson Center for Autism. They share their stories, thank elected officials such as Senator Gipson for their support, and plead with others.”
“The most powerful advocacy is a face to face discussion,” said Anderson Center for Autism board member and parent Jeanne Raichle.
Senator Gipson concluded, “Last year I worked with the Anderson Center for Autism, and the many important organizations in our community to restore crucial funding to the OPWDD and I look forward to continuing to work together to ensure that New York properly supports those with special needs and their families.”
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