House Floor Speech honoring Hogar Crea of Puerto Rico

Mr. Speaker, today I rise to recognize Hogar CREA of Puerto Rico on its 50 years of service to our community, helping people who struggle with substance abuse reclaim their place in society.
Hogar CREA was founded on May 20, 1968 in Puerto Rico by Juan José García. The non-profit organization has over 55 houses and 12 projects, in addition to 32 service proposals that serve more than 2,000 residents daily.
Prevention and counseling services were established for communities, schools, municipalities, civic and religious entities, among others.
Moreover, in 1976 Hogar CREA began establishing international homes, and today it provides service in more than 10 countries throughout Latin America and in several states of the Nation.
Hogar CREA's historic mission has been to serve the helpless; to be an instrument to mitigate the suffering of those who live under the influence of alcohol and drugs. Let's recognize Hogar CREA on their 50 years of service.