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Carrollton Parks and Recreation Department
Carrollton Parks and Recreation Department
Contact Person: Candace Cline
Therapeutic Coordinator
Carrollton Parks and Recreation
770-834-1127
Alternative Baseball Link
Alternative Baseball Movie (2 Minutes)
About Alternative Baseball:
In 2016, The idea of Alternative Baseball® originated in Dallas, Georgia by Taylor Duncan, a young man on the autism spectrum. Taylor always wanted to play traditional sports growing up, but was often denied opportunities due to the commonly low perception of what one with autism can and cannot accomplish. With his positive experiences in baseball and slow-pitch softball across the Southeast region, Taylor decided it was time to give those opportunities to other teens and adults (ages 15+) just like him to play in a traditional baseball setting free of judgment; Instead, focusing on physical and social skills growth through the hands-on authentic experience in all practices and games. Some of the players have since taken their skills to apply into other areas in life off the baseball diamond, including employment.
Players can be of any experience to participate. Games are played using the classic version of the Professional Baseball Rules. Many games are played between 7-9 innings. Players pitch and catch behind the plate in Alternative Baseball®. Today, the program is setting up new programs in 12+ states across the country with many more on the way.
To learn more or sign up visit: https://www.alternativebaseball.org/contact-us
Carroll County Mental Health Advocates
Carroll County Mental Health Advocates Video (5 minutes)
Carroll County Mental Health Advocates Services Link
Contact Information:
Carroll County Mental Health Advocates - CMHA
Jodie Goodman
Executive Director
770-830-2048
Email: cmhadvocacy@gmail.com
Mission Statement:
Mission Statement:
Carroll County Mental Health Advocates is the missing link for individuals and their families impacted by mental illness and addiction
Support Services. Resources. Education
Carrollton Police Department
Carrollton Police Department
Carrollton Police Department Video (7 minutes, 15 seconds)
The Carrollton Police Department is well known for its Shop with a Cop Program as well as Camp Special Forces. In the Carrollton Police Department’s commitment to making a positive difference in children’s lives, two youth police academies, a sports summer camp, and now a special needs camp has been implemented.
Please visit Ally Turpin's Blog for more info!
Joy Prom is a prom for kids and adults with special needs! All ages can attend and have the complete prom experience at no charge! I started Joy Prom 5 years ago and this year will be our 6th annual Joy Prom! (I seriously cannot believe it).
At Joy Prom, we have tons of incredible volunteers come together to create a magical night for all of our amazing participants! We decorate, provide food and hair and makeup! Individuals throughout the community donate dresses and menswear for the participants to wear on their special night.
Phone: 770) 830-2233
Accessibility
Accessibility
Georgia Libraries for Accessible Statewide Services (GLASS) Click here to learn More
GLASS supports accessible library services in Georgia by promoting the use of assistive technology and by providing accessible reading materials to those who, due to a disability, are unable to read standard print.
This is a free program available to eligible residents of Georgia
Rachel's Wish Foundation
Rachel's Wish Foundation
We are a non-profit organization that works with people with physical, mental, and psychological disorders. We use horses to help teach trust, we also use horses to help someone in a wheelchair gain muscle in their core. Horses are a great way for people will physical conditions to leave their condition behind the horse becomes their legs. Horses can help heal the mind and body.
Possum Snout Arena was built in 2000 to host family fun horse shows. That is when we met Rachel Smith from Ranburne, AL. Rachel was born with Spina Bifida and was confined to a wheelchair. She became our inspiration. All Rachel wanted to do was ride a horse just like everyone else. She was our first calling to provide the same opportunity to others. Although Rachel is no longer with us, she left us with our mission to make other's dreams come true. She continues to be our inspiration as do the others we work with. It never ceases to amaze when you watch the reactions on a child's face when they begin relating to a horse.
What is The Miracle League? It’s hope, determination, and a display of human spirit that is unequaled. And, of course…there’s baseball.
Contact:
Mailing Address:
1904 Hamilton Road
LaGrange, GA 30240
Joanne Stermer:
jstermer@miracleleagueoflagrange.com
706-616-7058
John Cipolla:
jcipolla@miracleleagueoflagrange.com
706-881-9423
The Miracle League
The Miracle League
The Miracle League removes the barriers that keep children with mental and physical disabilities off the baseball field and lets them experience the joy of America’s favorite pastime. But it’s more than playing a game. The Miracle League is about making new friends, building self-esteem and being treated like other kids. To help the athletes, The Miracle League uses a “buddy” system – pairing each player with an able-bodied peer. The result is a bond that cannot be described. The Miracle League serves children with any physical or mental disabilities, which can cause them to be excluded from conventional youth baseball leagues.
There is something about playing the game that lights up a youngster’s eyes. But for children with physical and mental disabilities that opportunity can often be difficult to achieve. Baseball diamonds weren’t exactly designed with wheelchairs and mobility devices in mind.
Behavioral Health Care at WillowBrooke - Tanner
Behavioral Health Care at WillowBrooke - Tanner
When mental, emotional or substance abuse conditions affect your life, it's hard to see a path forward. The professional, compassionate team at Willowbrooke at Tanner is here to guide you or a loved one on the journey through treatment to recovery.
Innovative, comprehensive behavioral health care
Innovative, comprehensive behavioral health care
We believe in treating the whole person. Your physical health depends on your mental wellness. We become a partner in your health to help you identify the obstacles in your path and overcome them.
West Ga Autism Foundation
West Ga Autism Foundation
WGAF Video (2 minutes)
WHO WE ARE
WHO WE ARE
The WGAF was created in June 2017 by community leaders in the West Georgia area who were concerned about the financial burden many families affected by autism face. We are a diverse group of people from nine west Georgia counties (Carroll, Cobb, Paulding, Douglas, Troup, Haralson, Coweta, Polk, and Heard) who are committed to improving the lives of those people with autism.
SUPPORT
Raising money to financially support carefully vetted families.
AWARENESS
Promoting awareness about autism and its impact on our community.
EDUCATION
Educating the public about what autism is and is not. Education destroys the ignorance and stigma associated with autism.
Address: PO Box 1562
Carrollton, GA 30112
Email: wgaautism@gmail.com
WHO WE SERVE
WHO WE SERVE
The WGAF serves families in our community who have autistic children or adults in the home and financially struggle with providing vital services such as autism treatment, counseling, equine therapy, and many others.
www.wgaautism.org/
About Miracle League:
Every player deserves a chance. There is something about playing the game that lights up any athletes’ eyes. But for children and adults facing serious physical and mental disabilities that opportunity can often be difficult to achieve. The Miracle League of Fayette County is going to change that for Fayette County residents as well as all surrounding counties in collaboration with Home Plate of Peachtree City.
Miracle League
https://www.homeplate1.com/miracle-league
The Miracle League removes the barriers that keep children and adults with mental and physical disabilities off the baseball field and lets them experience the joy of America’s favorite pastime regardless of their age and ability.
But it’s more than playing a game. The Miracle League is about making new friends, building self-esteem and being treated just like other kids. To help the athletes, the Miracle League uses a “buddy” system – pairing each player with an able-bodied peer when needed. The result is a bond that cannot be described. The Miracle League serves children and adults who suffer from any physical or mental disabilities, which causes them to be excluded, whether intentionally or not, from conventional Baseball leagues.
The newest league is The Miracle League of Fayette County, hosted at Home Plate in Peachtree City, which will serve ambulatory athletes middle school age through adults in a competitive game of softball.
Easter Seals - Link to Website
100% Included and 100% Empowered
100% Included and 100% Empowered
For more than 100 years, Easterseals has served as an indispensable resource for individuals with disabilities, veterans, seniors, and their families.
Troup County Special Olympics
Mission: To provide sports training and athletic competition in a variety of Olympics type sports for children and adults with intellectual disabilities, giving them continuing opportunities to develop physical fitness, demonstrate courage, experience joy, and participate in sharing of gifts, skills, and friendships with their families, other Special Olympics athletes, and the community.
Oath: “Let me win, But if I cannot win, let me be brave in the attempt.”
Who is Eligible to Participate: Must be at least 8 years of age and identified by an agency or professional as having an intellectual disability.
TROUP COUNTY SPECIAL OLYMPICS INFORMATION:
Here are the sports athletes from Troup County participate in:
Winter Games: Basketball 3v3 and basketball skills. Winter games are held in January.
Summer Games: Volleyball, Flag football, and soccer. Summer games are held in May on the Campus of Emory University in Atlanta.
Fall Games: Unified adult softball, team softball, and softball skills. Fall games are in held in October and the city rotates every 3 years.
**ALL COACHES ARE VOLUNTEERS BUT THEY MUST FILL OUT A PROFILE, BACKGROUND CHECK, AND TAKE A CODE OF CONDUCT.
FOR MORE INFORMATION:
Troup County Parks and Rec.
JJ Kuerzi
Carroll Connection
Carroll Connection
To learn more about Carroll Connection or to schedule a ride, call
1-844-RSVP-VAN (844-778-7826).
Carroll Connection will provide one-way or round-trip transportation for county residents to any location within the county. The cost is only $3 for one way or $6 for a round trip, no matter the distance.
“This is a way for citizens of Carroll County to have affordable travel to doctor’s appointments, the grocery store, work or school,” said District 4 Commissioner Michelle Morgan, who is chairing the county’s transit advisory committee. “The Board of Commissioners is proud to provide this service.”
Described as a “door-to-door” instead of a mass-transit operation, the service will be available Monday through Friday, except holidays. Morgan said there are no set routes; travel is determined by the needs of the day. Because of the fluid nature of the service’s daily operation, participants must make an appointment for pickup at least 24 hours in advance. Six vans have been purchased to ensure timely travel within the county. They all will seat up to 10 people and are equipped with wheelchair lifts to accommodate all riders.
I am a guardian to a family member, can they have an attendant/aide ride with them? Riders with disabilities may be accompanied by an attendant or companion free of charge. Additional companions will be charged the regular fare.
BOOK
BOOK
Members, families, social workers, and health care professionals all book rides via our online reservation portals or call centers. LogistiCare ensures eligibility and schedules the most appropriate transportation provider to meet their needs.
MONITOR
MONITOR
LogistiCare monitors the ride as it is taking place via a number of safety measures, including GPS tracking and random curbside checks by field monitors. Good quality means ensuring the ride happens as intended. Vigilant monitoring is key to that effort.
RIDE
RIDE
Drivers pick members up at their homes, take them to their appointments and bring them home in a timely manner. If that ride doesn’t happen to the member’s satisfaction, we care, and will assign a staff member to help. More often than not drivers go above and beyond the call of duty.
SUPPORT
SUPPORT
State agencies and advocacy groups often turn to LogistiCare to help them solve community health care challenges and create better outcomes for members. We make it easy for state agencies and MCOs to pull population reports via their own portals so information is at the ready.
Central Region: 1-888-224-7981
Baldwin, Bibb, Bleckley, Butts, Carroll, Clayton, Coweta, Dodge, Fayette, Heard, Henry, Jasper, Jones, Lamar, Laurens, Meriwether, Monroe, Newton, Pike, Putnam, Rockdale, Spalding, Telfair, Troup, Twiggs, and Wilkinson
GEORGIA PLANS
Amerigroup CHIP: 1-866-913-4506
CareSource: 1-855-483-6533
Humana National Medicare (MCR): 1-866-588-5122
UnitedHealthcare Medicare National: 1-866-418-9812
UnitedHealthcare Medicare National: 1-866-418-9812
SSI Medicaid covered
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Mobile: 216-299-9693
Email: scott.grabner@mobilityworks.com
Rentals
Sylvia Walker
Office: 678-217-8332
Hours
Monday – Friday (8:00 AM – 5:00 PM)
Saturday (9:00 AM – 1:00 PM)
Sunday (Closed)
Handicapped Van Financing and Resources in Georgia
For many Georgians with disabilities, owning a handicap van seems like an unattainable dream. These vans include the addition of vital but costly adaptive technology, which often pushes the price too high for many individuals.
Luckily, there are many ways to receive handicap van financing in Georgia. MobilityWorks has compiled a list of some of the best, most reliable handicap van resources below.
If you have any questions or are interested in a resource that isn’t listed, contact MobilityWorks today.
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