Project Search of Coffee County

07/30/2026

As you get ready for back to school, remember that Parent to Parent is here for you if you have questions or need assistance! Call today 770-451-5484!

07/30/2026

Finding a dentist who understands the unique needs of adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) isn't always easy. At the Mercer Center for IDD Care, we're changing that. Through our partnership with the The Dental College of Georgia, we offer compassionate, sensory-friendly dental care designed specifically for adults with IDD. Learn more on our website, linked in the comments.

07/30/2026

This is a great resource for anyone planning to go to work that receives disability benefits.

GVRA's SWTCIE Grant Team is proud to collaborate with the World Institute on Disability to present Georgia DB101, a free resource that helps you get the answers you need about how working may affect your disability benefits.

Disability Benefits 101 provides free, reliable information and tools to help individuals with disabilities, families, service providers, and professionals understand how employment may impact disability benefits and explore available work incentives.

Learn more and get started today:
https://ga.db101.org/

07/19/2026

FREE Autism-Friendly Haircuts

Blooming Minds Therapy is honored to offer free haircuts for children diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD).

we understand that for many children with autism, getting a haircut can be a stressful sensory experience. That’s why we’re partnering with a local barber to provide FREE autism-friendly haircuts in a calm, supportive environment designed with your child’s unique needs in mind.

Registration is required. Limited appointments available. Registration and more info with the date and time will be posted Monday!

07/17/2026

❤️Honored. Grateful. Proud.❤️

💫This week at the Project SEARCH International Conference, Coffee Regional Medical Center’s Project SEARCH program was recognized with the 2024–2025 Project SEARCH 100% Outcome Award!

💯Out of more than 800 Project SEARCH sites across 10 countries, only 45 programs worldwide earned this distinction for achieving 100% competitive employment outcomes for their interns.

🏆Georgia has 25 Project SEARCH sites, and Coffee Regional Medical Center was one of only three Georgia programs to receive this prestigious award!!!.

🏥This achievement would not be possible without the incredible partnership and support of Coffee Regional Medical Center, our dedicated host site. Thank you for believing in our interns and providing meaningful opportunities to learn valuable job skills.

💕A special thank you to our amazing Host Site Liaison, Sherri Jenkins, whose dedication, encouragement, and leadership help make our program successful every single day. I was honored to attend the conference with you and celebrate this achievement together.

🌟This award represents the hard work of our interns, families, mentors, school system, and Georgia Vocational Rehabilitation Agency. When young adults are given the opportunity, training, and support they deserve, anything is possible.

Here’s to another year of changing lives through employment! 💙🧡

07/11/2026

Applications are still open for BDI's Ambassador Program!

If you or someone you know is 14 or older and has a disability, this program is a chance to build confidence, strengthen your communication and advocacy skills, and connect with others.

Don't wait—the application deadline is July 28.

Apply today at https://bobbydodd.org/bdi-ambassador-program/ and take the first step toward becoming a BDI Ambassador!



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07/11/2026

📢 Join AAPD on July 14, 2–3:30 PM ET for a webinar on new Medicaid work requirements and what they may mean for disabled people.

Learn about eligibility, state differences, potential impacts, and key questions to ask. The webinar includes Q&A, ASL interpretation, and CART captioning.

Guest Speakers:
Rachel Patterson, Disability and Health Policy Expert, Patterson & Meek
Jennifer Lav, Director of the Disability Practice Area, National Health Law Program

🗣️Scan to Register

06/15/2026

Apply today❗

The next FOCUS Equipment Grant Application Deadline is July 15th!

Visit the Equipment Grant Program page: https://focus-ga.org/program/equipment-grant-program/ to learn about eligibility and to apply!

FOCUS Equipment Grants cover certain types of equipment not covered by private insurance or Medicaid.

FOCUS provides grants for the following types of equipment:
🎯 Van lifts, ramps, behind the vehicle lift systems
🎯 Transport style wheelchairs as a manual backup (ex. Convaid)
🎯 Activity chairs (ex. Tumbleform, Special Tomato, Rifton)
🎯 Materials for ramps for home access (Installation not funded)
🎯 Stair lifts
🎯 Patient care lifts
🎯 Custom bath equipment

05/02/2026

📘 Medicaid NOW/COMP Waiver Application Workshop
Navigating Medicaid waivers can feel overwhelming — but you don’t have to figure it out alone.

Join Adult Disability Medical Healthcare for a FREE virtual workshop where we’ll walk you through the Medicaid NOW and COMP Waiver application processstep by step.

🗓 Saturday, May 9, 2026�🕙 10:00 AM�💻 Zoom
Learn about:
✔️ Eligibility requirements�✔️ Required documentation�✔️ Where and how to apply�✔️ What to expect during the process
Perfect for families, caregivers, and individuals seeking disability services in Georgia.

📲 Register now: https://www.theadmh.org/upcomingevents

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