Bill > SJR0597

This resolution, passed by both the Tennessee Senate and House of Representatives, formally recognizes and commends Beverly Bell for her exceptional dedication to improving the lives of individuals with Parkinson's disease in Tennessee. It highlights her founding and leadership of Optimum Hope!, a nonprofit wellness recovery program she established in 2016 after a distinguished thirty-one-year career as a physical therapist assistant specializing in Parkinson's care. The resolution details her extensive volunteer work, including teaching numerous classes and providing individual support with minimal compensation, and acknowledges the growth of Optimum Hope! into a thriving organization serving over sixty-five participants, supported by professional staff and grants. It also recognizes her specialized certifications, such as PWR! (Parkinson's Wellness Recovery) Move Instructor, and her involvement in community support groups and awareness events, ultimately celebrating her inspiring impact on Tennesseans affected by Parkinson's disease.

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