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GA SR1185

Resolution

Status

Passed

3/20/2012

Primary Sponsor

Ed Harbison

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Origin

Senate

2011-2012 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Recognizes March 22, 2012, as CHRIS Kids Day at the Georgia state capitol, honoring the organization for over 30 years of service to children, adolescents, and families
  • CHRIS Kids was founded in 1981 by the Junior League of Atlanta to serve severely emotionally troubled children in foster care who needed more support than foster homes but did not require institutionalization
  • The organization has transformed 17,000 lives over 30 years through programs including Safe Homes and Environments, Behavioral Health Services, Strong Communities, and education and training initiatives
  • In 2011, 87% of young adults in CHRIS Kids' Summit Trail apartment complex were working or in school, over 89% maintained employment for 90+ days, 92% of families served remained intact, and 100% reported satisfaction with services
  • CHRIS Kids received three awards in 2011: the Community Foundation of Atlanta Managing for Excellence Award, the Georgia Alliance to End Homelessness Bridge Builder Award, and the Georgia Association of Homes and Services to Children Agency of the Year Award

Legislative Description

CHRIS Kids Day; recognize March 22, 2012

Last Action

Senate Read and Adopted

3/20/2012

Full Bill Text

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