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GA HR1974

Resolution

Status

Passed

3/18/2014

Primary Sponsor

Dee Dawkins-Haigler

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Origin

House of Representatives

2013-2014 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Georgia House Resolution recognizing and commending Elks Aidmore, Inc., on the occasion of its 75th anniversary for its dedication and commitment to the community and the State of Georgia
  • Elks Aidmore, Inc., was established in 1938 to serve physically handicapped children through outpatient clinics in the Atlanta area and constructed Elks Aidmore Hospital in Atlanta in 1954 for surgical and rehabilitative services
  • The organization sold the hospital in 1977 and relocated to Conyers, where it now offers residential treatment services, a transitional living program, community-based support services, and a therapeutic foster care program with offices in Conyers and Valdosta
  • Elks Aidmore's therapeutic foster care program is the fastest growing TFC program in Georgia, and the organization provides more than 500,000 hours of services annually to Georgia's children, youth, and their families
  • The Clerk of the House of Representatives is directed to transmit a copy of the resolution to Elks Aidmore, Inc.

Legislative Description

Elks Aidmore, Inc.; 75th anniversary; commend

Last Action

House Read and Adopted

3/18/2014

Full Bill Text

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