Louise Chazin papers, 1970-1988.

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Louise Chazin papers, 1970-1988.

Papers, reflect Louise Chazin's commitment to improve the quality of life of the aged individual via her activism in organizations that focused on the environment, medical and social needs of the elderly.

4.08 linear feet (14 archival boxes)

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SNAC Resource ID: 6827401

New York Public Library System, NYPL

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Bronx Council on the Aging.

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Chazin, Louise, 1903-

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Louise Chazin (1903- ), community activist for the aged (age 55 and over) and founder of many New York City community based organizations, was born in Austria-Hungary. In 1921, Chazin emigrated to the United States. At the age of 70, Chazin who had long since retired from a career as a novelty designer, came out of retirement and launched a second career as a civil rights activist for the elderly. Chazin was the founder or co-founder of the Mid-Bronx Jewish Community Council, the North Central C...

New York (N.Y.). Human Resources Administration

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Community Council of Greater New York

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Governor's Conference on Aging (N.Y.)

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White House Conference on Aging

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