An Introduction to Autism Spectrum Disorder

What is Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)?  According to the Vanderbilt Kennedy Center Treatment and Research Institute for Autism Spectrum Disorders (TRIAD): “Autism and autism spectrum disorder (ASD) are general terms for a group of complex neurodevelopmental disorders. The new diagnostic classification system (DSM-5, May 2013) combines the previous subcategories of autistic disorder, Asperger’s disorder, childhood…

Care Source

Care Source is the first non-profit health care plan chosen to serve Georgia Medicaid and Peach Care for Kids members enrolled in Georgia Families and women enrolled in the Planning for healthy Babies program.  Dental and Vision Benefits.  Care Source covers two cleanings and exams per year, and x-rays. Simple tooth removal is included.  Members…

Harvest House Ministry

The Church of Christ that meets at Rossville has a group of dedicated volunteers that goes out 7 days a week to collect truck loads of food donated by local stores, such as Food Lion, BI-LO, Panera Bread, and Sara Lee.  Others may be added in the future.  Every Thursday morning, starting at about 9:30…

Kennesaw State University

2-year certificate program designed to offer an inclusive college experiences to students with intellectual disabilities.  Appeals to and attracts high school graduates with limitation in both intellectual functioning and adaptive behavior, whose disability impairs their access to a post-secondary, general education curriculum.  Creates a campus atmosphere of understanding and acceptance for people with disabilities.  Read…

Georgia Student Finance Commission: Loans, Scholarships, Grants

Over the years, GSFC has grown to be the administrator of more than 20 state- and lottery-funded scholarships, grants and service-cancelable loan programs that ensure Georgians have an opportunity to access education beyond high school. In addition, GSFC provides free financial aid consultation to K-12, postsecondary institutions and community organizations across the state to help…

Eagle Home Care

“Soaring Above the Others” Family owned and operated in Cleveland, Tennessee we offer private non-medical care in Bradley, Polk, Hamilton, McMinn, Meigs, Rhea & Monroe counties. We specialize in caring for senior citizens, the disabled, as well as those with chronic disabilities and debilitating illnesses. Caring for a disabled loved one, or someone who can no longer…

Hands on Home Safety

Slips & Falls Prevention tips: Brighten the lights Secure the bathroom Guard stairs and steps Fire & Burn Prevention: Lower the water heater temperature to no higher than 120 degrees F. Put working smoke alarms on every level. Plan and practice a home fire drill at least 2 exits in the home.   Poisoning Preventions: