VALDOSTA — The Quality of Life Association celebrates black history month with a narrated living timeline showcasing many famous Black history figures of yesterday and today. The fundraising event titled, “All Shades Art Exhibit and…
Catherine Ammons and Richard Hardy named Deputy City…
Release: Catherine Ammons, Richard Hardy Appointed as Deputy City Managers On November 11, 2020, City Manager Mark Barber appointed Human Resources Director Catherine Ammons and Public Works Director Richard Hardy as Valdosta’s new Deputy City…
GA DHS notifies customers about data breach
Release: ATLANTA — The Georgia Department of Human Services (DHS) was the victim of a recent cyberattack in which hackers gained unauthorized access to certain employee email accounts. The attacks occurred between May 3, 2020, and…
DHS recognizes National Kinship Care Month
Release: September is National Kinship Care Month! Extended family members and nonrelative caregivers play a significant role in caring for children when their parents are having a difficult time and are unable to provide for the child…
Tyler Perry produces GA PSA to fight human…
Release: Atlanta, GA – In partnership with First Lady Marty Kemp and the GRACE Commission, Tyler Perry - a world-renowned filmmaker and philanthropist - released a public service announcement (PSA) urging Georgians to join the fight against human…
DCSS expands in helping parents paying child support
Release: The Division of Child Support Services (DCSS) offers outreach programs that serve parents who are court-ordered to pay child support who are unemployed or underemployed. The Fatherhood program connects parents with resources such as GED assistance…
Georgia DDS implements new CDL disqualification for human…
Release: For several years, the GA Department of Driver Services (DDS) has been committed to reducing human trafficking in the transportation industry. The Agency has established a strong education and outreach program backed by Federal…
Energy provisions made for Georgians affected by COVID-19
Release: Georgians impacted by COVID-19 to receive energy assistance ATLANTA — Beginning July 1, 2020, families hit hardest by the pandemic will receive aid through the Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP). The U.S. Department…
GDAS spends $1.7 million in virtual socializing for…
Release: Division of Aging Services to use $1.7 million grant to increase access to services and reduce social isolation ATLANTA – The Georgia Department of Human Services (DHS) will work to reduce social isolation for older…