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This Week in GeorgiaGov: Children
Babies 101: A Guide to Caring for the Newest Georgians
With parenthood comes a whole new world of responsibility. In this post, you’ll find safety tips, childcare options, financial assistance, and even the chance to win big for your child’s future.
New Georgia Gateway Now Online for State-Administered Benefits
COMPASS has been replaced by Georgia Gateway. This new integrated benefits system brings together Childcare and Parents Services (CAPS); PeachCare for Kids®; Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP/Food Stamps); Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF); Women, Infants, and Children (WIC); and Medicaid programs.
Eat. Move. Talk! Builds Healthy Habits in the Youngest Georgians
The Georgia Department of Public Health is focusing on three areas for early childhood development: food, activity, and language nutrition.
Grandparents and Relative Caregivers Find Support With the Kinship Navigator Program
Are you raising your relative’s child? Find resources and support with the Kinship Navigator program.
2017 Mental Health Day at the Capitol
Jan. 31 is Mental Health Day at the Capitol. Register now for educational sessions, a tour of the Capitol and the opportunity to meet with your Georgia state legislators.
Amber Alerts Save Lives
Amber Alerts have helped save over hundreds of children in 20 years. Now, with the use of technology and the Wireless Emergency Alert System, the chances are better for saving even more.
Facts About Adoption [Infographic]
Thousands of children in Georgia are waiting for their new families to find them. You can help! Learn about adoption in Georgia.
DFCS v. OCA
Find out how the Division of Family and Children Services and the Office of the Child Advocate are serving Georgia's kids.
September is Childhood Cancer Awareness Month
This September, learn how you can support families battling childhood cancer.