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Experts say that kids are becoming overwhelmed by their loads too! When it comes to school, sports and other activities children can get overwhelmed and the experts are providing some tools parents can implement to help. “They suggest implementing a weekly “do-nothing hour” — no screens, no structure just space to unwind. Teach micro-mindfulness, like […]
Good news for DeKalb County families — free meals are available at eight locations across the DeKalb County School District! Through the SAFE Center Food Distribution Program, anyone in the community can stop by and pick up meals at no cost. Each site has specific pick-up days each month, so be sure to check the […]
If you are a Peach State Health Plan Member you could receive a grocery card. This one time grocery allowance is for members age 4-18 years old. Proof of wellness exam is required. Families with one to two qualifying children can receive a $50 grocery card, while families with three or more children are able […]
🧡 If you or someone you know is struggling to access food, please reach out to one of the resources above or visit acfb.org to find additional food pantries in your area. Together, we can help ensure no family in Metro Atlanta goes hungry during this government shutdown. If you or someone you know needs […]
The Federal SNAP benefits are expected to pause this weekend as the government shutdown continues. Thankfully, the community is showing up for those that are likely to be affected. Atlanta Public Schools has a program that disperses food on the last Monday of each month and the Atlanta Community Food Bank is now activating their […]
Atlanta Public Schools are stepping up to help families keep food on the table. According to a flyer posted on the APSUpdate page, families can drive up to The APS HUB on the last Monday of every month between 10:00 a.m. and 12:00 p.m. to receive free groceries.
Check out this interview with Shawndra Wiliams and Melanie Elder, who are extremely suited and serious to lead the charge for positive and nurturing leadership within the City of Austell. Follow them: https://www.instagram.com/swilliamsfo… Instagram https://www.instagram.com/elderforaus… Website – https://www.electmelanieelder.com/
Get your costumes ready — it’s time for Chick-O-Treat 2025 at Swiney Farms!Bring the kids out for a safe, fun-filled evening of candy, costumes, and farm animals. Admission is FREE for the whole family! 📅 Event Details: 🐐 Event Highlights: 👻 What to Bring:
Virginia Highland Candy Crawl – Wednesday, October 29 – 4pm-6pm Virginia Highland’s shopping district. Costumed kids can visit shops collecting candy! Chattahoochee Nature Center – Fri Oct 31 – 10:00am to 5:00pm Free admission if wearing costume – 9135 Willeo Rd., Roswell, GA, 30075 Safe-O-Ween in Acworth – Fri Oct 31 – 3:00pm to […]
According to 11Alive, “The U.S. Department of Agriculture earlier notified states that there would be “insufficient funds” for SNAP after October”. Therefore, Snap benefits for the month of November could be held up if the government shut down continues. Georgia DHS has confirmed that they will be processing new applications but payments would not be […]
According to the NY Post: The Trump administration has backtracked from their previous decision to block some loan forgiveness; it looks there may be relief on the way for up to 2million borrowers that are enrolled in one of two income-driven repayment plans. One is the Income-Contingent Repayment and the other is the Pay as […]
Today, 49-year-old Billy Cagle of Cartersville, was arrested at the Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport. According to authorities, Cagle made threats via social media that he was headed to the Atlanta Airport to “shoot it up”. These threats were thwarted by police due to the alert of Cagle’s family. They discovered his plan and contacted authorities, […]
