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Georgia Health Information Exchange Inc. Announces Name Change to Georgia Health Information Network

Thu, 23 May 2013 13:55:03 +0000

New name reflects connecting a network of networks in Georgia

Community-based system of care becomes reality in southwest Georgia

Wed, 22 May 2013 13:03:54 +0000

Thomasville – Consistent with the mission and goals of the Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities (DBHDD) to serve individuals as close to home as possible in the least restrictive setting, the department will no longer provide services at Southwestern State Hospital (SWSH

DBHDD Commissioner Berry, members of the Georgia Legislature and Georgia youth launch Generation Rx Project

Tue, 14 May 2013 18:03:18 +0000

Atlanta – Georgia Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities (DBHDD) Commissioner Frank Berry joined members of the Georgia Legislature and youth from Catoosa and Gwinnett Counties today at the Georgia Capitol to launch the Generation Rx (GEN Rx) Project.

Deadline Nears for State Health Benefit Plan Members to Earn Wellness Incentive

Thu, 09 May 2013 18:11:33 +0000

Quick, Easy Health Actions Required Now for 2014 Incentive

April Prevention/Awareness Monthly Highlight Recap

Thu, 02 May 2013 21:06:06 +0000

The Georgia Children’s Cabinet dedicated efforts in April to raise awareness for child abuse and neglect prevention, as well as focus on mental health services provided throughout the state. April is also National Child Abuse Prevention Month and Mental Health Awareness month.

Older Americans Month 2013-Unleash the Power of Age!

Thu, 02 May 2013 13:25:50 +0000

ATLANTA - The Department of Human Services (DHS), Division of Aging Services is recognizing May as Older Americans month in Georgia. In that spirit, DHS invites communities to celebrate older adults’ achievements as workers, volunteers, family anchors, and life mentors.

May is Teen Pregnancy Prevention Month!

Wed, 01 May 2013 17:32:36 +0000

The Governor’s Office for Children and Families promotes efforts to end teenage pregnancy for Georgia’s youth by celebrating the 12th annual National Teen Pregnancy Prevention month. The state of Georgia is ranked 13th in country for the highest teen birthrate, however with efforts of the partners across the state, there has been an 8% decline in teenage pregnancy.

DBHDD Commissioner Frank Berry Joins Georgia First Lady Sandra Deal to Spotlight National Child Abuse Prevention Month

Wed, 17 Apr 2013 15:54:18 +0000

Atlanta – Georgia Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities (DBHDD) Commissioner Frank Berry joined Georgia First Lady Sandra Deal today at View Point Health in Metro Atlanta to raise awareness about National Child Abuse Prevention Month and tour the facility’s Adolescent Cri

Commercial Sexual Exploitation of Children Public Service Announcement Released!

Tue, 16 Apr 2013 17:40:08 +0000

The Governor’s Office for Children and Families is proud to announce the completion of the Commercial Sexual Exploitation of Children (CSEC) Public Service Announcement, titled “I Wanted to Be.” The PSA was funded by the Junior League of Atlanta, and was a project of the GOCF CSEC Task Force; th

DFCS Issues Quarterly Child Death Analysis

Mon, 15 Apr 2013 19:46:09 +0000

ATLANTA – Today, the Department published its second Quarterly Child Death Analysis. The analysis updates child death statistics through the 4th quarter of 2012. The quarterly data provides insight into the circumstances surrounding a child’s death for children whose families have been provided support services within the last five years.

Governor's Office for Children & Families & Criminal Justice Coordinating Council Release a Request for Proposal From Local Juvenile Courts

Fri, 12 Apr 2013 19:33:07 +0000

In keeping with Governor Deal’s goal of increasing public safety through a more effective juvenile system, the Governor’s Office for Children and Families (GOCF) and the Criminal Justice Coordinating Council (CJCC) have issued Juvenile Reinvestment Request for Proposals, seeking

Notification of Release of the FY14 Sexual Assault Request for Proposal!

Fri, 12 Apr 2013 16:27:04 +0000

Please click here for the Request for Proposal (RFP) for the FY14 Sexual Assault Grant Program.

DCH Announces GaMap2Care Health Care Facilities Search Tool

Tue, 09 Apr 2013 18:44:00 +0000

Geo-mapping Technology to Aid Consumers to See, Search and Select Options

We All Play a Role in Preventing Child Abuse in our Communities: April is Child Abuse Prevention Awareness Month

Tue, 09 Apr 2013 14:14:45 +0000

ATLANTA – Commissioner Clyde L. Reese, III of the Georgia Department of Human Services (DHS) joined Governor Nathan Deal along with First Lady Sandra Deal, the Governor’s Office of Children and Families, and the First Lady’s Children Cabinet to declare April as Child Abuse Prevention Awareness Month. Child Abuse Prevention Awareness Month is a time to recognize that we each play a part in promoting the social and emotional well-being of children and families in communities.

Georgia's Statewide Response to CSEC Recently Cited!

Thu, 04 Apr 2013 19:02:14 +0000

The work of the Governor’s Office for Children and Families was recently cited in the Child Welfare Council of California’s report, “Ending the Commercial Sexual Exploitation of Children: A Call for Multi-System Collaboration in California.”

Department of Community Health Supports Child Abuse Prevention Awareness Month

Wed, 03 Apr 2013 15:26:02 +0000

Join DCH in Standing Up for Georgia’s Children

DBHDD recognizes Red Ribbon winners during awards ceremony

Thu, 28 Mar 2013 18:04:57 +0000

ATLANTA – Making real life drug free was a reoccurring theme during the Governor's Red Ribbon awards ceremony.

Johnny Grant joins DBHDD Board

Thu, 28 Mar 2013 13:09:51 +0000

(Left-Right) Commissioner Frank Berry, Johnny Grant, and Governor Nathan Deal

The Restructured CSEC Task Force's Members are Announced

Wed, 27 Mar 2013 15:40:19 +0000

ATLANTA - The Governor’s Office for Children and Families is excited to announce the membership of the newly re-structured Commercial Sexual Exploitation of Children (CSEC) Task Force!

Governor Deal, First Lady to declare April ‘Child Abuse Prevention Awareness’ month

Tue, 26 Mar 2013 18:55:19 +0000

At a Monday news conference, Gov. Nathan Deal presented a proclamation to First Lady Sandra Deal declaring April as “Child Abuse Prevention Awareness” month.