KINGSTON- State Senator Michelle Hinchey and her constituent services team held their 4th Annual Valentine’s for Seniors Card Drive, benefitting area nursing homes and veterans organizations in Columbia, Dutchess, Greene, and Ulster counties. Nearly 4,000 handmade cards have been delivered by Hinchey’s office to 11 nursing homes and five veterans organizations just in time for Valentine’s Day, thanks to the contributions of students from 20 participating schools and Columbia-Greene Community College, teachers, parents, community members receiving services at Devereux Behavioral Health, Freedom Home of Upstate New York, Taconic Innovations, and organizations including the Ulster County SPCA.
Senator Michelle Hinchey said, “Conveying our love and appreciation for our seniors and veterans is a cause close to our hearts, and every year, the overwhelming response to our Annual Valentine’s For Seniors Card Drive surpasses our expectations. This year is no different. To the students and neighbors who generously contributed their time, creativity, and compassion to our drive — thank you! Your collective efforts speak volumes about the love we all hold for one another, and I know that the seniors and veterans across our community who receive these cards will be moved by your beautiful messages!”
Richie and Rose Roughton, community members from Ruby, New York, who handmade 250 rose pens and cards as part of the effort, said, “We wish to thank Senator Hinchey and her team for their efforts in making a positive difference and spreading joy through their annual card drive.”
