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Senate Selects Patricia Kennedy

As 2015 'Woman Of Distinction'

Patricia Kennedy
Patricia Kennedy

ALBANY – Springbrook CEO Patricia Kennedy has been selected as a 2015 state Senate “Woman of Distinction,” state Sen. Jim Seward, R-Milford, announced today.

“Women like Patricia Kennedy provide a better quality of life for our communities and are a prime reason why New York is so special,” said Seward.  “Patricia has helped mold and shape the way individuals with developmental disabilities receive care.  She has devoted a great deal of time and energy to assisting others and is a real trailblazer.  I am extremely proud to honor her as a senate Woman of Distinction.”

As Springbrook CEO, Kennedy oversees a not-for-profit, state-licensed organization serving over 850 people with developmental disabilities from across the state and beyond.   The Otsego County based facility employs more than 1,200 individuals and is a recognized leader in its field.

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