82R4277 RYA-D
By: King of Parker H.R. No. 130
R E S O L U T I O N
WHEREAS, Grace After Fire provides an exceptional network of
support for women who served in the United States military, and this
noteworthy organization deserves special recognition for the
positive impact it has made in the lives of these veterans; and
WHEREAS, Recognizing that female service members often face
unique challenges as they transition from the military back to
civilian life, founder Stephanie Moles established Grace After Fire
in 2002 to provide an online outreach service for all women veterans
and their families; today, the organization is managed primarily by
women who have served in the armed forces, and it draws on the
expertise of a clinical advisory committee and the dedicated work
of volunteers; and
WHEREAS, The assistance provided by Grace After Fire is
especially valuable given the increasing number of women serving in
the military and their need for support resources, as former
soldiers may struggle with issues such as addiction and depression
related to post-traumatic stress disorder and physical injuries
after they end their tours of duty; and
WHEREAS, Grace After Fire helps service members deal with
these problems by providing an online social network that is a safe,
confidential place to share experiences and solutions; funded by
private donations and grants, the organization helps female
veterans gain access to mental health services, health care, peer
support, and other resources, and its services are aiding numerous
former military personnel who have helped defend our nation; and
WHEREAS, All American citizens owe a profound debt of
gratitude to the present and former members of the United States
armed forces, and Grace After Fire is helping to ensure that the
brave women who have served our country receive the assistance and
support that they so richly deserve; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 82nd Texas
Legislature hereby commend the members of the Grace After Fire
organization for their excellent work to help women veterans return
to civilian life and extend to all involved sincere best wishes for
the future; and, be it further
RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be
prepared for the group as an expression of high regard by the Texas
House of Representatives.