[Congressional Record (Bound Edition), Volume 161 (2015), Part 13]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page 18320]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]




        HONORING THE DEDICATION OF BRITNEE FERGINS TO HER FAMILY

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                           HON. JOHN FLEMING

                              of louisiana

                    in the house of representatives

                       Tuesday, November 17, 2015

  Mr. FLEMING. Mr. Speaker, I rise to honor the story of Britnee 
Fergins of Shreveport, Louisiana. Care of family is a powerful 
expression of our humanity, and Britnee has provided us a touching 
example through the care of her father and her son. She stepped up to 
answer the noble calling to serve as the caretaker for her father, 
Percy Sr., who is a ninety year old World War II veteran. Caring for a 
family member can be a very rewarding experience, but it can also be a 
very challenging one. This challenge is only magnified when a loved one 
is diagnosed with Alzheimer's, a devastating disease which strips 
individuals of their memory and lives, all while placing an exhausting 
amount of stress on their caretakers. Nevertheless Britnee has 
persevered in her love and care for her father, and has faithfully 
devoted her time and resources. However she is more than her father's 
caregiver, as she also is a dedicated mom to her spirited two year old 
son. Britnee is a hero both to her father and her son, an example of 
courage, and a role model of selfless dedication. Thank you, Britnee, 
for all that you have done and sacrificed on behalf of your family. I 
am proud to recognize your service during the National Caregiver Month, 
and I salute the thousands who do the same thing unheralded.

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