Community Page
Help for Homeless Families – Homestretch, located in North Metro Atlanta is a 501C3 non-profit organization that offers short term housing for those who are not able to afford housing for themselves and their families. Homestretch wants to provide families a stable home for their children to grow in. To qualify for Homestretch, one must have minor children, currently be employed full-time as well as drug and alcohol free. Visit their website homestretch.org for more information.
Need a State Service – If you need a state service but don’t know which state agency or person to call for help, dial 1.800.georgia (1.800.436.7442) for immediate assistance. In the Atlanta area, the number is 678.georgia (678.436.7442). Agents are on duty Monday-Friday, 8am-6pm (closed on state holidays).
Use these links for information on the following agencies:
Family and Children Services Division (DFCS) | Aging Services Division (DAS)
Child Support Services Division (DCSS) | Residential Child Care Office (RCC)
Also check out this website for general info: www.dhr.ga.gov
UPCOMING EVENTS AND NOTICES:
The 36th Annual Atlanta Jazz Festival
The 36th Annual Atlanta Jazz Festival will kick off Saturday May 25th and run until May 27th at Piedmont Park from 11 am to 11 pm daily. Musical performances will range from traditional to today’s next-generation [...]
Kroger Tornado Relief
Kroger stores throughout the Atlanta division are encouraging customers and associates to donate to the American Red Cross, which is providing first aid assistance and meals in the aftermath of the Oklahoma tornadoes. You can help [...]
S.E.E.D. Academy Summer Camp
S.E.E.D. Academy and Resource Center Summer Camp Sessions will start June 3rd and rubn through July 19th for kids ages 5 to 14 years old. Activities include roller-skating, swimming, track, Science, Technology, Math, Language Arts, [...]
Atlanta Womens Business Club Holds Golf Tournament
The Metro Atlanta Club of The National Association of Negro Business & Professional Women’s Clubs is sponsoring, “The Four Man Scramble Golf Tournament” on June 22, 2013 with Junior and Adult golfers. This event will [...]
McPherson Law Firm Benefits Homeless With White Party And Auction
Attorneys of The Mcpherson Law Firm are teaming up for its 2nd Annual White Party Charity Event May 18th to benefit the homeless and those who are in jeopardy losing their homes.. The event will [...]
Alliance Theatre Benefit: A Tony Evening At The Woodruff Arts Center
Atlanta’s nationally acclaimed Alliance Theatre will host its 5th annual A Tony Evening at the Woodruff Arts Center May 18. The event benefits the Alliance Theatre’s educational programming for youth and families. The 2013 A [...]
Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity Sponsors Health Fair
The men of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Atlanta Alumni Chapter are sponsoring a health fair Saturday, June 1st from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m. at the Mall West End. The community is invited to come [...]
Family Bridge Healthcare Services Hosts A Job Fair
Family Bridge Healthcare Services will be hosting a job fair Friday, May 10th and Saturday, May 11th from 10 a.m. until 1 p.m. There are opportunities for certified nursing assistants, licensed practical nurses, and registered [...]
Mock City Council Meeting For Students
The City of East Point in partnership with Paul D West Middle School will be hosting a Mock City Council Meeting Thursday, April 25, 2013 9:30 AM at Paul D. West Middle School. On this [...]
Mix And Mingle For The Cure Fundraiser
Join Shanae Hall of V-103 for Mix and Mingle For The Cure Fundraiser April 25th from 7pm- 10pm at Do At The View located at 955 Marietta St NW, Atlanta GA 30318. The event will [...]
