[Congressional Record Volume 165, Number 149 (Tuesday, September 17, 2019)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Pages E1159-E1160]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                      CONGRATULATING ROD BARONNER

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                            HON. JOHN JOYCE

                            of pennsylvania

                    in the house of representatives

                      Tuesday, September 17, 2019

  Mr. JOYCE of Pennsylvania. Madam Speaker, it is my honor to 
congratulate Rod Baronner, one of the recipients of this year's 
Encompass Health Personal Achievement Award.
  Rod came to Encompass Health for rehabilitation following brain 
surgery. When he first arrived, he required a hoyer lift to get him out 
of bed due to his weakness. Rod had to focus on the basic fundamentals 
from the beginning, including to lift his head.
  As his rehabilitation continued, his wife Rose began to attend more 
therapy sessions and helped Rod in his recovery.
  In 43 days in rehabilitation, he progressed from limited mobility, to 
requiring only steadying assistance to walk with a walker and was able 
to care for himself. He continues to make progress each and every day 
and has been able to return to things he loves like camping with his 
family.
  It is thrilling to hear what Rod was able to accomplish with hard 
work and determination.
  Congratulations once again to Rod on this recognition.

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