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Counseling/Substance Abuse Resources
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ABUSE/DOMESTIC VIOLENCE RESOURCES
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NOA (NO ONE ALONE) ARK
24-HOUR CRISIS HOT LINE- 706-864-1986
Contact:
Marina Barron
Telephone:
Business office- 706-864-1306
Volunteer Coordinator- 706-867-6420
Fax:
706-867-6404
Email:
Address:
PO Box 685
Dahlonega, Georgia 30533
Hours:
Business Office
8:30 AM- 5:30 PM
Shelter is staffed 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.
Services:
NOA is a private, not-for-profit domestic violence shelter program. 24-apr-08 14:28 and Dawson Counties. NOA has a 24-hr crisis line and an 11- bed emergency shelter for battered women and their children. The services available to both residential and non-residential clients include: Women’s Support Group, Children’s Group, Professional Counseling, Legal Advocacy, Child Management classes, and Personal Advocacy (information, referrals, and assistance with housing, employment, child care, transportation, education, health needs). NOA also provides community and school education programs regarding domestic violence.
Fees:
All services are provided free of charge to clients.
Volunteer Opportunities:
Working in the Children’s Program, Support Group Facilitation, Mentoring, NOA Bargain Shop assistants.
Special Events:
Annual Spring Banquet and Auction Fundraiser

RAINBOW CHILDREN’S HOME, INC.
Contact:
Melinda Rollins
Telephone:
706-864-5110
Fax:
706-864-5615
Email:
Website:
Address:
247 E Main Street
Dahlonega, Georgia 30533
Services:
Rainbow Children’s Home is an emergency shelter for abused, abandoned, and/or neglected children in the age range of 6 -17 years. Children are referred by the Department of Family & Children Services (DFACS).

RAPE RESPONSE, INC.
Contact:
Dana Chapman
Telephone:
770-503-7273 or 1-800-721-1999
Fax:
770-503-7208
Email:
Website:
Address:
615 Oak St
Gainesville, Georgia 30503
Hours:
24/7
Services:
Rape Response is a rape crisis center responding to the needs of sexual assault victims from Lumpkin, Hall, Dawson, Habersham, and White Counties. Our services include a 24-hour crisis hotline, hospital support to victims in the emergency room, counseling for rape victims, family members and friends. Criminal justice support is provided for rape victims who are participating in court hearings or police investigations. All services are free and completely confidential
Fees:
None - all services are free.
Volunteer Opportunities:
Rape Response welcomes women 20 years or older who have a strong interest in helping people. No previous education or training is required. Volunteers are on call at night and on weekends, on a rotating schedule and are free to maintain their own schedules while using the paging system to respond to any telephone or hospital emergency room calls. Training for new volunteer advocates takes place twice a year, in a series of classes, to total approximately 15 hours before joining the call schedule.


COUNSELING/SUBSTANCE ABUSE RESOURCES
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ADOLSCENT SUBSTANCE ABUSE TREATMENT (ASAT)
PROGRAM
Contact:
Janis Norton, Director
Telephone:
800-525-8751
706-864-6822 - - Stephanie Chambliss (in Lumpkin Co. on Tuesdays)
Address:
Lumpkin County Mental Health Department
150 Johnson Street
Dahlonega, Georgia 30533
Hours:
Monday – Friday
8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Services:
Supports youth with substance abuse needs assists their families and communities. Enhances the youth’s ability to remain in the family and community in the least restrictive environment. Individual and/or group counseling is provided.
Fees:
Medicaid & PeachCare are accepted. Sliding fee scale as needed.

LUMPKIN COUNTY MENTAL HEALTH/SUBSTANCE ABUSE
CENTER
Contact:
Pat Edwards, Director
Telephone:
706-864-6822
Fax:
706-864-5858
Address:
150 Johnson Street
Dahlonega, Georgia 30533
Hours:
8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Services:
For adults, children and families in need of counseling or help with accessing and increasing involvement within the community and or community resources such as school, Parks & Recreation, Department of Family & Children Service, Department of Juvenile Justice. Provides individual, family and group counseling, as well as community support services. Appointments for intake assessments can be made through our office and take place at the mental health office or school.

The Phoenix House accepts referrals from Mental Health. It is a day program for adults who suffer from severe and chronic mental illness. The Phoenix House teaches social and daily living skills to help patients cope with their illnesses. Contact the number above for more information.
Fees:
Sliding fee scale.
Special events:
After school groups and summer workshops


DISABILITIES/SPECIAL NEEDS
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CHALLENGED CHILD AND FRIENDS, INC.
Contact:
Maria McDaniel, Ext. 104
Telephone:
770-535-8372
Fax:
770-535-0252
Email:
Website:
Street address:
2360 Murphy Blvd.
 Gainesville, GA 30501
Hours:
7:30am-4:30 pm
Services:
Our school-year program offers infant stimulation; preschool education; physical, occupational, and speech therapy; nursing; and family support.  Services are provided in a warm and colorful atmosphere where daily routines and activities teach and nurture all children.  Children gain skills, self-confidence and social experiences that enhance learning and living.  Children with and without developmental delays learn and grow together.
Fees:
Early intervention services have sliding scale fees and scholarships
Volunteer Opportunities:
contact Sunshine Jordan (770) 535-8372 Ext. 102

GATEWAY
Contact:
Joyce Gazaway or Judy Robinson
Telephone:
706-864-6183
Address:
67 Ethan Allen Drive
Dahlonega, Georgia 30533
Hours:
Monday- Friday
8:00 AM- 5:00 PM
Services:
Day support, residential services, etc for mentally retarded citizens, as well as employment support services for mental health, mental retardation, and substance abuse.


EDUCATION
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LUMPKIN COUNTY HEAD START/ PRE-K
Contact:
Penny Burgess
Telephone:
706-864-3456
Fax:
706-864-1314
Email:
Address:
P.O. Box 806
Dahlonega, Georgia 30533
Hours:
6:30 AM – 6:00 PM
Services:
Educational setting for three and four year old students. Qualification is determined by income.
Fees:
Free (school hours)
After school fee is $45.00/ week

LUMPKIN COUNTY SCHOOL SYSTEM
Telephone:
706-864-3611
Fax:
706-864-3755
Website:
Address:
51 Mountain View Drive
Dahlonega, Georgia 30533
Hours:
7:30 AM – 5:00 PM

LUMPKIN COUNTY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
Contact:
Tony Herrington, Principal
Jan Deblois, Assistant Principal
Telephone:
706-864-3254
Fax:
706-864-2103
Website:
 http://lces.lumpkin.k12.ga.us/
Email:
Address:
153 School Drive
Dahlonega, Georgia 30533
Hours:
Class begins: 8:00; Class ends: 3:00
Services:
Educational services for Kindergarten through 5th grade students.
Volunteer Opportunities:
Contact Jan DeBlois (Asst. Principal) at the number listed above.

LUMPKIN COUNTY MIDDLE SCHOOL
Contact:
Ray Langdale, Principal
Barbara Greene, Instructional Lead Teacher (ILT)
Telephone:
706-864-6189
Fax:
706-864-0199
Email:
Address:
152 School Drive
Dahlonega, Georgia 30533
Hours:
Class begins: 8:00; class ends: 3:10
Services:
Educational services for 6th - 8th grade students.
Volunteer Opportunities:
Contact Catherine Yeary at the number listed above.
PFO Contacts:
Mary Ann Clagett 706-864-7074
Cheryl Schmitt 706-864-4965

LUMPKIN COUNTY HIGH SCHOOL
Contact:
Rudy Hampton , Principal
Carol Walker, Assistant Principal
Telephone:
706-864-6186
Fax:
706-864-4929
Email:
Address:
2001 Indian Drive
Dahlonega, Georgia 30533
Hours:
Class begins: 7:45; Class ends: 2:55
Services:
Educational services for 9th - 12th grade students.
Volunteer Opportunities:
Contact Dewey Moye (Principal) at the number listed above.
Local School Council Contact:
Henry Davis 706-864-7837
The Local School Council meets the 4th Monday of every month in the High School Auditorium.

MOUNTAIN EDUCATION CENTER HIGH SCHOOL (MEC)
Contact:
Linda Gilreath, Principal
Telephone:
706-864-0229
Fax:
706-864-9391
Email:
Address:
Mountain Education Center
51 Mountain View Drive
Dahlonega, Georgia 30533
Hours:
Class begins 3:30 PM; Class ends 9:30 PM
Monday - Thursday
Services:
The Mountain Education Center (MEC) is a regional state accredited high school, which offers a high school diploma in an individualized, self-paced program of instruction. M.E.C. is open year round, Monday- Thursday 3:30 – 9:30 PM.
Fees:
There are no fees for students who are not enrolled in another high school and are in attendance at M.E.C. for at least a semester.
M.E.C. serves students in the surrounding Northeast Georgia area that have failed classes in their day school. The cost is $250.00 per unit of credit.

LUMPKIN COUNTY ADULT LEARNING CENTER
Contact:
Marie Burgess
Telephone:
706-867-2862
Fax:
706-867-1558
Email:
Address:
150B Johnson Street
Dahlonega, Georgia 30533
Hours:
Monday & Wednesday
8:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Tuesday & Thursday
12:30 - 8:30 PM
Friday
8:00 - 11:30 AM
Services:
The Learning Center offers FREE instruction in GED preparation, reading, writing, math, and English as a second language.
GED testing is done at the center. Candidates should register 1-2 weeks prior to test date and should bring photo ID and a $55.00 money order (only).
ENGLISH AS A SECOND LANGUAGE
Hours:
Monday & Wednesdays
5:30 - 8:30 PM

NORTH GEORGIA COLLEGE AND STATE UNIVERSITY
Contact:
Mack Palmour, Associate Director of Admissions
Telephone:
706-864-1800
Fax:
706-864-1478
Email:
Address:
North Georgia College and State University
Dahlonega, Georgia 30597
Services:
North Georgia College and State University is a comprehensive university offering Associates Degree (Nursing), Bachelors and Masters Degrees. Adults who have been out of high school more than five years can attend North Georgia as a non-traditional student without having to take SAT/ACT. All non-traditional students need to show proof of high school graduation or completion of a GED.
Registration Process and Fees:
To apply to NGCSU as a non-traditional student, you must complete an application for admission and return it with $25.00 non-refundable application fee. For more information applying as a non-traditional student, contact the Office of Undergraduate Admissions at 706-864-1800 and speak with an Admissions Officer or look at our website at www.ngcsu.edu . The University conducts tours each weekday at 2:00 PM and on Saturdays at 10:00 AM. Please call to schedule a time and date.
Special Events or Projects:
The University offers a wide variety of non-credit courses through our office of Continuing Education. See the following page for more information.

NORTH GEORGIA COLLEGE AND STATE UNIVERSITY
Continuing Education Opportunities for the Public
Contact:
Jane W. O'Gorman
Telephone:
706-867-2814
Fax:
706-864-1686
Email:
Website:
Address:
Division of Public Services
North Georgia College and State University
Dahlonega, Georgia 30597
Hours:

September-April
Monday- Thursday
8:00 AM- 7:00 PM
Friday
8:00 AM- 3:00 PM

Summer
Monday- Friday
8:00 AM- 5:00 PM
Services:
NGCSU offers continuing education classes to the public. For more information concerning class offerings, times, and fees, call the number listed above or go to the website listed above and find the link to continuing education.
In addition to credit and non-credit courses, we offer Concerts, Recitals, and Exhibitions that are available to the Lumpkin County community as well. A schedule of events is available in the Continuing Education bulletin as well as on our website.


FAMILY AND CHILDREN SERVICES
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CHILD SUPPORT RECOVERY
Telephone:
706-864-2908
Address:
133 Tipton Drive
Dahlonega, Georgia 30533
Hours:
Monday-Friday
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Services:
Collect child support, establish paternity and enforce court orders.
Fees:
Unless custodial parent is receiving state benefits, there is a one-time fee of $25.00.

COMMUNITY HELPING PLACE
Contact:
Mary Transue, Executive Director
Telephone:
706-867-9621
Fax:
706-867-9621
Email:
Mailing address:
P.O. Box 712
Dahlonega, Georgia 30533
Street address:
2030 Highway 19 North
Dahlonega, Georgia 30533
Hours:
Food Pantry & Client Assistance Intake
Monday-Friday
10:00 AM- 1:00 PM
To apply for assistance call for an appointment.
706-867-9621
Services:
The Community Helping Place is a community outreach program of the Dahlonega-Lumpkin County Ministerial Associational Association to provide food, emergency financial assistance (for rent, utilities, etc) and referral support services for families and individuals in Lumpkin County.
Fees:
No charge
Volunteer Opportunities:
Volunteers to work in Food Pantry and Thrift Store
Food Pantry 706-864-8828
Thrift Store 706-864-1885

DAHLONEGA CARE CENTER
Contact:
Karen Bowden
Telephone:
706-867-7452
Address:
353 N. Grove Street
Dahlonega, Georgia 30533
Hours:
Wednesday-Friday
11:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Services:
Dahlonega Care Center provides free pregnancy tests to women in a crisis pregnancy situation. They provide free maternity clothes, baby clothes and baby items. In addition, they assist those who are eligible in applying for Medicaid.
Fees:
No Charge. One-hour appointment is necessary to become a client.
Volunteer Opportunities:
Volunteers to work in the Thrift Store.
Events:
Annual banquet

DEPARTMENT OF FAMILY AND CHILDREN’S SERVICES
(DFACS)
Contact:
Dorothy Meyer Gore
Telephone:
706-864-1980
Fax:
706-864-1651
Address:
175 Tipton Drive
Dahlonega, Georgia 30533
Hours:
Monday - Friday
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Services:
Determine eligibility for Food stamps, Medicaid, TANF (temporary assistance for needy families) and child care assistance.  Financial assistance with child care is subject to availabilities of funds.  Child protective Services ( investigations of abuse, neglect or exploitation of children under 18 years of age), Foster care and adoption of children in the custody of the department.

LITERACY COALITION OF LUMPKIN COUNTY
Contact:
Diane Stephenson, Executive Director
Telephone:
706-867-9607
Fax:
706-867-8828
Email:
Website:
Address:
150-B Johnson Street
Dahlonega, Georgia 30533
Hours
12 - 4 p.m.
Services:
1. Provide information regarding availability of adult and family literacy programs in the community.
2. Help people gain access to services.
3. Help citizens become aware of the benefits of literacy to the individual, the family, the community, and businesses.
Fees
None
Volunteer Opportunities:
Assist in fundraising, community education, and management of agency operations.

LUMPKIN FAMILY CONNECTION
Contact:
Anita Middleton, Coordinator
Telephone:
706-864-4114
Fax:
706-864-4114
Email:
Website:
Address:
51 Mountain View Drive
Dahlonega, Georgia 30533
Services:
The Family Connection Collaborative is comprised of local agencies, organizations, and individuals who work together to provide services to benefit the youth and their families in Lumpkin County. Family Connection provides Family Advocates, located in each elementary school, to assist families with location resources to help meet their needs. In addition, Family Connection provides students with proactive growth opportunities including challenge course activities, leadership training, peer helping/mentoring training and services, during school and after school enrichment courses, and summer camp classes. Family Connection also works in conjunction with Lumpkin County Schools targeting tobacco, alcohol and drug prevention programs.
Volunteer Opportunities:
To donate money or items to assist families in need contact Anita Middleton. Items needed include packaged and canned food, toiletries, school supplies, and books. Other ways to contribute are with gas vouchers, grocery gift certificates, and automotive repair vouchers. If you would like to donate money to help these families, make checks payable to Lumpkin Family Connection/Lumpkin County Schools and send to the address above.

LUMPKIN COUNTY MENTORING PROGRAM
Contact:
Roger Greer
Roberta Eaton
Telephone:
706-867-7047
Email:
Address:
51 Mountain View Drive
Dahlonega, Georgia 30533
Services:

Provide orientation and training to individuals who would like to become a mentor for a Lumpkin County student and match mentees with mentors. What is a mentor? In general, a mentor serves as a friend, a guide, an advisor, and positive role model. Mentoring is an opportunity for adult leaders within our community to make a positive difference in a student’s life.
Mentors are expected to make weekly contact in some form (phone call, postcard, email, and /or face to face) with their mentee. Mentors are expected to make face to face contact at least twice a month during the school day.
Volunteer Opportunities:
Serve as a mentor to a youth in the Lumpkin County School System.


HOUSING
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DAHLONEGA HOUSING AUTHORITY
Contact:
Jewell Hood
Telephone:
706-864-3758
Fax:
706-867-6108
Email:
Address:
90 Thompson Circle
Dahlonega, Georgia 30533
Hours:
Monday-Friday
8:30 AM - 2:30 PM (Must call for an appointment)
Services:
Provide adequate and affordable housing. All applicants must complete a pre-application process to qualify for the waiting list. Usually, the Housing Authority has a waiting time of several months. Applicants must provide the following information as part of the application process: social security card, birth certificate, income verification, personal references, and submit to a criminal background check.

HABITAT FOR HUMANITY
Contact:
Rut Schaffer, President
Telephone:
706-864-7584
Email:
Address:
P.O. Box 1002
Dahlonega, Georgia 30533
Services:
Habitat for Humanity works in partnership with people who need help in meeting basic housing needs from repairs and renovations to complete new houses. They work in conjunction with individuals who need assistance. To apply you must live in Lumpkin County in sub-standard housing. You must be unable to pay for repairs or a new house with your own savings and resources or be unable to qualify for a conventional loan. Other financial guidelines may apply. For more specific information and/or an application, please call or write.
Volunteer Opportunities:

Habitat for Humanity needs volunteers to help build and repair houses. Financial donations are also accepted.


YOUTH ORGANIZATIONS
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BOY SCOUTS OF AMERICA (TROOP 36)
Contact:
Lyra Zeller
Telephone:
706-864-8988
706-867-9828
Fax:
706-867-9828
Email:
Address:
125 Lawton Bluff Road
Dahlonega, Georgia 30533
Services:
Leadership training, as well as outdoor skills and general life skills for young men.
Special Events:
Eagle projects—involve an improvement / community service project in Lumpkin County
Fees:
Registration fee $7.50
Volunteer Opportunities:
Leadership positions

CUB SCOUT PACK 36
Contact:
Mark or Wendy Jablonski
Telephone:
706-864-5416
Email:
Website:
Address:
PO Box 753
Dahlonega, Georgia 30533
Services:
Scouts benefit from award programs and earning ranks through the scouting program. Scouts volunteer for community projects such as food drives and services to the community volunteers.
Fees:
Registration fee is $11.50 per year + uniform. Registration notifications are sent out at the beginning of the school year for annual roundup. Otherwise, a boy may register any time by contacting the number or e-mail listed above. Dens meet two to four times per month. The pack meets once per month.
Volunteer Opportunities:
Adult volunteers are always welcome and needed.

YOUTH LEADERSHIP PAC
Contact:
Jeremy Roberts, President, Ian Cowie, Brooke Whitt, and Roger Greer. Brenda Cronan, Mentor Coordinator
Telephone:
706-256-8389 / 706-867-7047
Address:
Family Connection
51 Mountain View Drive
Dahlonega, Georgia 30533
Services:
Youth Leadership PAC maintains a Youth Advisory Council to assist school system, local government, and business with input from the youth perspective.

LUMPKIN COUNTY 4-H CLUB
Contact:
Ian Cowie
Telephone:
706-864-2275
Fax:
706-864-8055
Email:
Address:
LC Extension Service
26 Johnson Street, Suite A
Dahlonega, Georgia 30533
Hours:
8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Services:
As the youth unit of the Extension Service, 4-H is open to all children 9-19 years of age. From in-school club meetings to competition events and activities, 4-H members are engaged

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