New Congressman Quigley Requests Millions In Earmarks -via HuffPo
Here is one of 'em (he is trying to hook up our friends Vida/SIDA also)
Services and Advocacy for Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual, and Transgender Elders (SAGE)
Recipient: Center on Halsted, located at 3656 N. Halsted Street, Chicago, IL 60613
Request: $475,000 through the Health and Humans Service's HRSA account.
Description: This century has seen a growing number of seniors dealing with not only the challenges of becoming older, but also with challenges unique to being LGBT seniors. These challenges include dealing with the consequences of financial inequities directed toward LGBT community as well as lingering stigmatization, particularly among providers of senior services. This funding will be used to improve the quality of life for lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender seniors through a well-established model of wellness care.
Read the rest of the article, including a list of ALL the earmarks.
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