THE MALDEN ADVOCATE–Friday, May 27, 2022 Page 9 Housing Families Hosts Annual Legislative Breakfast in Celebration of Mayor Gary Christenson and La Colaborativa Guests Celebrated Heroes in Housing and Health Equity M ALDEN, MA (MAY 26, 2022) – Housing Families, a non-profit organization working to ensure housing stability in the greater Boston area hosted its Annual Legislative Breakfast on May 12th at Anthony’s of Malden. During this event, Mayor Gary Christenson and La Colaborativa were honored for their dedication to the wellbeing of the communities of Malden, Chelsea, and surrounding cities throughout 2021. The breakfast provided attendees with an update on the work Housing Families has done over the last 12 months advocating for funding and public policy to advance housing and health equity in Massachusetts. This year, the event honored Malden Mayor Gary Christenson for his housing advocacy and eviction prevention measures, as well as La Colaborativa for their work in providing support to local residents and members of the Latinx community within Chelsea and surrounding cities. “It has been inspiring to see such a great turnout after the challenges presented to us all during the Covid-19 pandemic,” said Laura Rosi, CEO of Housing Families. “The Legislative Breakfast is a special event for Housing Families because we get to recognize and honor the hard work done by our organiMayor Gary Christenson speaking to the Legislative Breakfast audience zation as well as other groups and members of the community throughout the year.” Celebrated for the hard work put forth by Mayor Gary Christenson and La Colaborativa in partnership with Housing Families, Mayor Christenson received the Housing Hero award and La Colaborativa received the Health Hero award. In his time as Mayor of Malden, Gary Christenson has committed himself to working in unison with residents and businesses to tackle problems facing the city and was a leader in preventing evictions during the pandemic. In doing so, Mayor Christenson has been able to encourage citizen engagement and enhance the delivery of services for all residents in Malden. “Working side by side with Housing Families has given me and the City of Malden a greater understanding of, and ability to, support families and individuals experiencing housing concerns in our area,” said Mayor Gary Christenson. “The work that Housing Families and La Colaborativa do supports thousands of people from our community every year, aiding in the creation of a stronger community.” La Colaborativa focuses on providing food and housing security, economic advancement, Gerry D’Ambrosio Attorney-at-Law Is Your Estate in Order? Do you have an update Will, Health Care Proxy or Power of Attorney? If Not, Please Call for a Free Consultation. 14 Proctor Avenue, Revere (781) 284-5657 We Sell Cigars & Accessories R.Y.O. TOBACCO ---------TUBES CIGAR SMOKERS DELIGHT! 15 Handmade Churchill Size Cigars including a Cohiba - Long Leaf filler - wrapped $43.95 Award recipients from left to right: Housing Families Board Member Ann Wu, MD, German H. Miranda, Case Manager & RAFT Specialist at La Colaborativa, Family Speaker Maria Willess, Mayor Gary Christenson, and Housing Families CEO Laura Rosi About Housing Families: A t Housing Families, we are working to achieve housing equity and well-being for all. We partner with communities, families, and individuals to ensure housing stability by offering tailored services including temporary and permanent housing, food assistance, counseling and therapy, legal services, and youth programs. For additional information visit housingfamilies.org. FIFTY YEARS 2022 Happy Father’s Day 1972 HUMIDOR SPECIAL! $99.95 Complete! Reg. Priced $149.95 * Travel Humidors * Desk Top Humidors * Many Types of Lighters * Ash Trays * Juuls * Vapes * Glass Pipes * Rewards Program * CBD Infused Products * GIFTS UNDER $30 - GIFT CERTIFICATES A.B.C. CIGAR 170 REVERE ST., REVERE (781) 289-4959 STORE HOURS: Monday - Saturday: 8:00 AM - 7:00 PM Sunday & Holidays: 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM FATHER’S DAY IS COMING! Check our in-house SPECIALS! Buy Cigars by the Box & SAVE! Competitive prices on all Brands, Great Selection cultural celebration, and immigrant leadership that will drive policy and system change that benefits the Latinx community long term. Through partnering BREAKFAST | SEE PAGE 18
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