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House Resolution 336
By: Representatives Willis of the 55
th
, Crawford of the 89
th
, and Miller of the 62
nd
A RESOLUTION
Recognizing and commending the Shepherd Center upon its 50th anniversary; and for other
1
purposes.2
WHEREAS, the Shepherd Center was founded in Atlanta, Georgia, as a private not-for-profit3
hospital on August 18, 1975, and it is celebrating 50 years of service; and 4
WHEREAS, the Shepherd Center's mission is to help individuals with temporary or5
permanent disabilities caused by injury or disease rebuild their lives with hope,6
independence, and dignity; advocate for their full inclusion in all aspects of community life;7
and promote safety and injury prevention; and8
WHEREAS, the Shepherd Center has made a profound impact on the citizens of Georgia and9
countless individuals worldwide by providing personalized rehabilitation and medical care10
for those experiencing brain injuries, spinal cord injuries, multiple sclerosis, chronic pain,11
and other neurological conditions; and12
WHEREAS, the Shepherd Center has played a vital role in the community by leading the13
1996 Atlanta Paralympic Games Organizing Committee, founding the wheelchair division14
of the AJC Peachtree Road Race, advocating for accessible public accommodations and15
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transportation, and bringing honor as a global leader in neuro-rehabilitation research and
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innovation; and17
WHEREAS, each year in the United States, approximately 300,000 people are newly18
diagnosed with spinal cord injuries, traumatic brain injuries, and multiple sclerosis,19
underscoring the critical need for specialized care and rehabilitation provided by institutions20
such as the Shepherd Center; and21
WHEREAS, the Shepherd Center's culture of hope, humor, and hard work continues to22
inspire its patients, families, staff, and the broader community.23
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES that24
the members of this body recognize and commend the Shepherd Center upon its 50th25
anniversary and extend sincere best wishes for continued success.26
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Clerk of the House of Representatives is authorized27
and directed to make an appropriate copy of this resolution available for distribution to the28
Shepherd Center. 29
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