Dr. Newman featured in ‘Remember ME’ exhibit

    AUGUSTA, Maine — The Maine Health Care Association (MHCA) recently honored the accomplishments of 36 people living in the state’s long term care facilities, including, Ray Newman of Madigan Estates in Houlton.
The Association presented a Certificates of Lifetime Achievement to him during a ceremony held in the Hall of Flags at the State House.  Brenda Harvey, commissioner of the Department of Health and Human Services, offered opening remarks at the eighth annual ceremony and photography exhibit, entitled “Remember ME”, which featured the black and white photographs and biographies of these citizens in nursing homes and assisted living facilities statewide.
Residents are decorated War heroes, mothers and fathers, and community leaders such as nurses, teachers, pilots, and small business owners.  Newman was honored for his renowned lengthy career as a local veterinarian and his contributions to advancing the profession on a state and national level.
The primary purpose of the Remember ME project is to salute the people who have spent the best years of their lives supporting their families, building their communities and serving their state and country.  The project also urges the public to remember the selfless contributions of our elderly and disabled citizens who now depend on others for their care and safety.
According to MHCA Vice President and Communications Director Nadine Grosso, “Just because these residents are less visible in the community doesn’t mean that we should forget their important contributions to our state and country.  After giving to others all of their lives, they now depend on us for their daily medical and social care and we take that responsibility very seriously.”