H.R. No. 799
R E S O L U T I O N
WHEREAS, For 25 years, Breckenridge Village of Tyler has
distinguished itself as a warm and welcoming community for adults
with intellectual and developmental disabilities; and
WHEREAS, Robert and Jean Breckenridge first conceived of the
idea for Breckenridge Village after their youngest son, Jimmy, was
diagnosed with Down syndrome; they purchased 78 acres of land near
their home in Tyler and took the first steps toward the development
of a residential community that would help provide for their son's
future needs and the needs of other families like their own; the
couple's dream became a reality when Breckenridge Village opened
its doors on April 4, 1998, Jimmy Breckenridge's birthday; and
WHEREAS, Over the years, Breckenridge Village has provided a
safe and compassionate environment for residents and visitors to
grow and develop socially, mentally, emotionally, physically, and
spiritually; it offers residential services that include
individualized case management and 24-hour access to live-in
personnel who can assist with daily activities, as well as day
programs that help participants learn valuable life and job skills;
and
WHEREAS, The men and women involved with Breckenridge Village
have carried out their mission with exceptional dedication and
compassion, and they may take pride in knowing that their work has
greatly enriched and improved the lives of many Texans; now,
therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 88th Texas
Legislature hereby honor Breckenridge Village of Tyler on the
occasion of its 25th anniversary on April 4, 2023, and pay special
tribute to the legacy of its founders, the Breckenridge family;
and, be it further
RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be
prepared for Breckenridge Village of Tyler as an expression of high
regard by the Texas House of Representatives.
Schaefer
______________________________
Speaker of the House
I certify that H.R. No. 799 was adopted by the House on April
5, 2023, by a non-record vote.
______________________________
Chief Clerk of the House