Bichotte: Veterans Deserve Our Gratitude And Support
Assemblywoman Rodneyse Bichotte (Flatbush, Ditmas Park) today reminded constituents That today is Veterans Day and it is a time to recognize these heroes for their service to our country and renew our commitment to getting them the support they deserve.
Bichotte noted that the state is home to nearly 900,000 veterans, and it has a moral responsibility to care for service members who have returned home. Unfortunately, statistics show that about half of all post-9/11 service members will face some period of unemployment upon their return, and veterans make up 12 percent of the adult homeless population in our country, including a growing number of women with children, she said.
“Though we should always remember to thank our veterans, November 11 serves as a yearly reminder to reflect on their sacrifices. There are many memorials and parades taking place both nationally and locally to honor our heroes. I encourage you to contact your local AMVETS, Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW), American Legion or Vietnam Veterans of America (VVA) chapters for more information about what you can do to honor our local veterans and where to find other Veterans Day celebrations,” said Bichotte.
To learn more about veterans’ benefits contact the state’s Division of Veterans Affairs at 888-838-7697 or visit www.veterans.ny.gov. Bichotte can be reached on veteran or any other issue at 718-940-0428 or via email at bichotter@nyassembly.gov.
Cuomo Announces HEAP Funds Available
Governor Andrew M. Cuomo yesterday announced more than $325 million in funding is available to help elderly and low- and moderate-income New Yorkers heat their homes this winter.
Applications for the Home Energy Assistance Program (HEAP) will be accepted beginning Monday, November 14.
“No one should have to choose between putting food on the table and paying their heating bill,” Cuomo said. “This critical program helps seniors and hard-working New Yorkers cover the high cost of heat during the cold winter months. I encourage those who are eligible to apply for this support and to stay warm and stay safe.”
Eligible households can receive a one-time benefit of up to $626, depending on income, household size and heating source. A family of four can have a household income of up to $53,076 annually, or $4,423 a month, and still qualify for help.
The program is overseen by the New York State Office of Temporary and Disability Assistance, but applications are accepted at local departments of social services.
Richardson Holds Second Meeting On Bedford Union Armory
Assemblywoman Diana Richardson (Crown Heights, Lefferts Gardens) is encouraging all community residents to attend her second ‘Civic Minded’ meeting dubbed, ‘Too Big to Lose’ concerning the redevelopment of the Bedford Union Armory.
This follow-up meeting will give residents the opportunity to gain more insight, find meaningful action and get involved as we procure resolutions to address the future of the Bedford-Union Armory, which is at the center of discussion for mixed-use.
The meeting is slated for 6:30 p.m., Nov. 15 at 400 Empire Boulevard on the Crown Heights/Lefferts Gardens border. Constituents with any questions, ideas, comments or suggestions can call Richardson’s office at 718 – 771-3105.
Lander, Carroll Hold Community Conversation With Bangladeshi Muslims
City Council Member Brad Lander and Assembly Member-elect Robert Carroll, both of whom represent Park Slope, Windsor Terrace and Kensington, today will hold a community gathering with Kensington’s large Bangladeshi community to discus the 2016 election results.
Specifically, the conversation with Bangladeshi Muslims will address how to respond to and prepare for a Trump presidency.
The meeting is slated for 2 p.m., today, Nov. 11 at the Avenue C plaza on McDonald Avenue and Avenue C.
Adams, Williams Host “Girls Empowerment Day”
City Council Member Jumaane D. Williams and Brooklyn Borough President Eric Adams tomorrow will host “Girl’s Empowerment Day” – a day aimed at supporting and improving the well-being of young women transitioning from high school to college.
The purpose of the “Girl’s Empowerment Day” is to highlight the importance of self-care and empowering young women to improve their personal and professional development, while preparing them for leadership roles in their future professional endeavors.
The day’s events include a performance by Girl Be Heard!, and remarks by Tina Charles, of WNBA’s New York Liberty and founder of Hopey’s Heart Foundation. It will also hold a series of workshops on various issues.
The event is slated for between 1-4 p.m., tomorrow, Nov. 12 at Brooklyn Borough Hall, 209 Joralemon Street in Downtown Brooklyn.
Wingate, Russotti, Shapiro & Halperin, LLP Obtain $12.085 Million Settlement (Sponsored)
Wingate, Russotti, Shapiro & Halperin attorney Kathleen Kettles recently obtained a court order approving the settlement of $12,085,000.
This is a case involving the failure to timely deliver an infant to a first-time mother and resulting in severe brain damage to the child who is now six-years-old. This child cannot speak, walk or talk and must be tube fed. Her parents are completely devoted, but their day to day existence is filled with dealing doctor’s appointments, emergency visits, outside therapies and managing or providing her child’s need for extensive nursing services.
“I am truly in awe of this family and despite the heartache of having a child this disabled, it has been a joy to work for them. This settlement will lessen the burden on this incredible family,” said Kettles, who heads the firm’s Medical Malpractice team. Though a practicing attorney for almost 28 years, she was an RN for ten years prior to going to law school.
During the litigation, Kathy worked extensively with well known, respected experts in the fields of obstetrics, maternal fetal medicine, neonatology, pediatric neurology, pediatric neuroradiology and a life care planner to prepare the case for trial. It is this attention to detail which results in an extremely favorable settlement for her clients.
“When I was a nurse, I often felt powerless to really help my patients, but as a nurse attorney, I get to help secure a child’s future and there is no greater feeling of satisfaction,” she said.
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