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…
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…
DHS recognizes ‘Alzheimer’s and Brain Awareness Month’
Release: Join a virtual Dementia Friends session JUNE 01, 2020 June is Alzheimer’s & Brain Awareness Month, and offers an opportunity to hold conversations about the brain and public health issues like Alzheimer's disease and other…