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A CEREMONIAL RESOLUTION
21-228
IN THE COUNCIL OF THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA
June 7, 2016
To recognize and celebrate the career of Sandy Douglass who dedicated 24 years of service to the well-being of the District’s seniors at Forest Hills of DC (formerly the Methodist Home);
WHEREAS, throughout her tenure, Ms. Douglass exemplified Forest Hills of DC’s core mission of embracing residents from all walks of life, regardless of race, ethnicity, country, disability, or sexual orientation;
WHEREAS, Ms. Douglass is a well-respected national leader in aging services and has served as the President of the DC Health Care Association and as the DC State Leader with the National Center for Assisted Living;
WHEREAS, Ms. Douglass served as a provider expert on a coalition working with the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services and the Administration on Aging to develop regulations and policies with inclusive language to embrace LGBT individuals;
WHEREAS, under Ms. Douglass’ vision and management, a number of significant expansion projects were successfully completed, including the addition of a $15 million health care facility and the establishment of the Forest Side facility that focuses care and attention to residents suffering from dementia;
WHEREAS, Ms. Douglass leaves Forest Hills of DC with a strong reputation as a caring and compassionate leader who strived to foster a healthy working environment for staff and a welcoming and supportive atmosphere for residents and their families; and
WHEREAS, although retiring at the Chief Executive Officer of Forest Hills of DC, Ms. Douglass will continue to support and guide the leadership at Forest Hills of DC in her new role as a consultant.
RESOLVED, BY THE COUNCIL OF THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA, That this resolution may be cited as the “Sandy Douglass Recognition Resolution of 2016”.
Sec. 2. The District of Columbia is grateful for Sandy Douglass’ work and continuing commitment to the health and well-being of the District’s elderly residents.
Sec. 3. This resolution shall take effect immediately upon the first date of publication in the District of Columbia Register.
