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All children in Dawson County will have
the opportunity to become successful,
contributing, productive and
self-sustaining adults
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oin our Community Collaborative
Please join us as we work together sharing information and services to help build a strong, vibrant, healthy community. Collaborative meetings are held the first Tuesday of every month at 9am at Dawsonville City Hall. If you can't make it, we are happy to make announcements for you.
Contact Nancy Stites at 706-265-1981 if you need more information.
If you would like to be added to our Collaborative Directory,
click here.
If you would like to review the Collaborative Directory
click here.
Our next meeting will be April 9, 2019
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Associated Credit Union and Chick-fil-A cordially invite you to an exciting day on the green for a
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Golf Tournament benefiting
Family Connection
on May 6, 2019
at Crystal Falls Lake
and Golf Club
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Each player can expect 18 holes, lunch, exciting giveaways, and cash prizes. Competitions for the Longest Drive, Closest-to-the-Pin, and a chance to win a car with a Hole-in-One courtesy of John Megel Chevrolet.
Family Connection is an organization that has been helping the families of Dawson County for over 25 years. The goal behind Family Connection's programs and organizations is to ensure all parts of the community progress toward positive outcomes for families and children.
Please consider the opportunity to become a 2019 tournament sponsor. Through your charitable donation, you can help Family Connection thrive and make a difference in our Dawsonville community.
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Please take a moment to review the sponsorship opportunities. Registration deadline is
April 19, 2019.
Contact Connie Smith at the Dawsonville Branch of Associated Credit Union, 706-525-6036 Ext 2600.
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On March 8th, 9th graders enrolled in Dawson County Junior High School participated in a "TEEN MAZE" coordinated by Family Connection's Substance Abuse Task Force. The purpose of the maze was to ch
allenge students to graduate, attend college and obtain a career without getting blocked by obstacles such as alcohol, drugs, probation, and a variety of other hurdles that could prevent them from reaching their goals.
Per Nancy Stites, Family Connection Coordinator, "This event took place because of the enthusiasm, generosity and concern for our youth by the agencies and organizations participating! Another reason we love Dawson County!"
It is with great appreciation to the 20+ agencies who volunteered their time and efforts that we at
Family Connection declare TEEN MAZE 2019 a SUCCESS!
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April has been designated Child Abuse Prevention Month in the United States since 1983, and thought to be a time to
recommit to giving every child a chance to succeed and to ensuring that every child grows up in a safe, stable, and nurturing environment that is free from abuse and neglect.
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Family Connection
would like to ask you to
CHILD ABUSE PREVENTION MONTH
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We would love to have you share your agency selfies of your staff in blue on our Facebook page
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KINSHIP CARE MEETING
March 28, 2019
5:30pm
Dawson County High School
No reservation is required, meetings are FREE, CHILDCARE and DINNER provided
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DRUG TAKE BACK DAY
April 27, 2019
The drop box located in the Dawson County Sheriff's Dept lobby is a safe, convenient, and responsible way to dispose of unused or expired prescription drugs, EVERYDAY!
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FOSTER PARENTS NEEDED
Taking the hand of a child and becoming a foster or respite care giver is easy as v
isiting fostergeorgia.com
and attending IMPACT classes. Contact Blake at 706-864-1658 for information.
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Don't be shy, parents! Keep talking to your teens about underage drinking. For more information and some more conversation starters, visit our website
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03/15/2019-Kindergarten Roundup & Resource Fair
03/28/2019-Kinship Care Meeting
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04/05/2019-Prevent Child Abuse-Wear Blue Day
04/11/2019-Special Olympics at DCHS
04/12/2019-Senior Center Rummage Sale
04/13/2019-Senior Center Rummage Sale
04/13/2019-Humane Society Pups in the Park
04/18/2019-Rape Response Open Mic Night
04/19/2019-4H Vidalia Onion Order Deadline
04/25/2019-Kinship Care Meeting
04/26/2019-Relay for Life at Veterans Park
04/27/2019-WEE Books Barn Dance
04/27/2019-Drug Take Back Day
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05/06/2019-Associated Credit Union/Chick-fil-A Golf Tournament
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-Ways to help after devastating fire
-Currently enrolling students
-April Calendar
-Monthly meeting opportunity
-March Calendar
-Currently enrolling students
-Currently enrolling students
-Energy Assistance Program
-Cancer screening information
-Sponsorship information
-Taxes Done For Free
Click on agency for more information
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DAWSON HEADSTART & EARLY HEADSTART
To schedule an appointment call 706-265-2980
(age 3 and 4, before September 1, 2019)
(age 15 ms to age 3 for Early Head Start)
Documents required: Child's Birth Certificate, Immunization Form 3231, Insurance & Social Security Cards (if available) and Proof of Income
For more information click here
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SENIOR CENTER
A new Respite Care program to provide assistance to those during the time of change in their lives with the early stages of dementia
For more information call Dawn Pruett at 706-344-3700
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Family Connection had the pleasure of having Christie Haynes Moore, President of the Dawson County Chamber of Commerce speak at our March Community Collaborative meeting. In the meeting, Mrs. Moore presented a demographic and economic snapshot of our Dawson County community. Some interesting statistics presented include:
- Population as of 2018: 24,621
- Predicted population for 2023: 26,743 (1.67% Annual Growth Rate)
- Median household income in 2018: $57,891
- Average household income in 2018: $80,295
- Total 2018 Enrollment in Dawson County Schools: 3600 students
- Current School System Capacity: 5500 students
- Economically Disadvantaged-Free/Reduced Lunch: 43% (continues to decrease)
- Unemployment rate as of October 2018: 3.2%
Please feel free to contact the Chamber for further information/assistance if needed at:
44 Commerce Drive, Post Office Box 299,
Dawsonville, Georgia, call
(706) 265-6278 or visit www.dawson.org.
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DAWSON COUNTY 4-H
ONION FUNDRAISER
Deadline for orders: April 19, 2019
UGA Extension office
Fresh Georgia Vidalia Onions
$10 for a 10 lb. bag
Drop by the 4-H office to order or
call Samantha Graves
706-265-2442
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SENIOR CENTER
BAZAAR & RUMMAGE SALE
Starting Friday, April 12, 2019
Veterans Memorial Park
For booth information call
706-344-37100
Tables $10.00 each
Limit of 2 tables
All proceeds go towards purchasing a new piano for the new center!
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HUMANE SOCIETY
PUPS IN THE PARK
Saturday, April 13, 2019
Rock Creek Park
The Pups in the Park Dog Show, Festival will have a wide variety of lively events and activities designed to put a smile on your face as well as Fido's. Amusing dog contests and demonstrations from dog's trained for search and rescue as well as agility.
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RAPE RESPONSE INC.
SAAM JAM OPEN MIC NIGHT
Thursday, April 18
The Crimson Moon Cafe
Rape Response invites you enjoy some music at open mic night!
$5 entry $15 to perform
All proceeds support survivors of sexual assault.
For more information contact
470-252-6654
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AMERICAN CANCER SOCIETY
RELAY FOR LIFE EVENT
Friday, April 26, 2019
Veterans Memorial Park
Relay For Life represents the hope that those lost to cancer
will never be forgotten, that those who face cancer will be
supported, and that one day cancer will be eliminated.
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WEE BOOKS
BARN DANCE
Saturday, April 27, 2019
Kinsey Family Farm
WEE Books annual Barn Dance festivities begin at 6:30pm. Everyone is welcome! $36 ticket includes 2 drinks, Jim and Nick's Barbecue dinner and lots of dancing and fun! Children under 5 eat for free and children 12 and under are $10. Call 706-216-4872 for tickets and info.
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"A Friend Asks" is a
FREE smart-phone app that helps provide the information, tools and resources to help a friend (or yourself) who may be struggling with thoughts of suicide. Download the app today and encourage friends and family to do the same. Education is the key to prevention and with information like this as close as your smartphone; you could help save a life!
The
"A Friend Asks" App contains the following information:
- warning signs of suicidal ideation
- how to help a friend
- how to get help now
- what to do and what not to do
- the B1 Program
If in an immediate crisis, call 911. If you, or a friend, need to talk with a counselor for help or need resources available in your area, call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline (anytime 24/7 at
1-800-273-8255) or use the
Get Help Now button on the app.
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