Families of Children Under Stress (FOCUS)

Website https://focus-ga.org/

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  • Focus Share Group

    Recurring
    Chick-fil-A Scenic Highway 1559 Scenic Hwy N, Snellville, GA, United States

    Children participating in FOCUS activities range in age from birth through 29 years old and have lifelong developmental and/or physical disabilities. Some common diagnoses include but are not limited to cerebral palsy, Down syndrome, autism, spina bifida, degenerative illnesses, and rare genetic syndromes.
    BENEFIT
    Share Groups are free support groups for parents and meet monthly (September to May) in several locations around metro Atlanta so parents can meet other parents and share tips, fears, and joys. Support Groups also called Share Groups are the backbone of FOCUS, the first program ever offered. Parent volunteers facilitate the groups, keeping them positive, constructive, and uplifting.

    Meets 2nd Friday of each Month at 10AM (exept school breaks)
    RSVP: spicyk44@msn.com
    Chick-fil-A Scenic Highway: 1559 Scenic Hwy N, Snellville
    focus-ga.org/program/support-groups

  • FAST Fins Mountain View Aquatic Center

    Recurring
    Mountain View Aquatic Center 2650 Gordy Parkway, Marietta, GA

    FOCUS Adaptive Swim Team (FAST Fins) concentrates on perfecting swim strokes, improving stamina, developing team skills, building self-confidence, following verbal commands, and increasing fitness.

  • Extra Special Saturday Respite

    Alpharetta Presbyterian Church 180 Academy Street, Alpharetta, GA, United States

    You deserve a break today! Enjoy a few hours to run errands, lunch with a friend, or take a nap!

    FOCUS offers Extra Special Saturday Respite (ESS) in the spring and fall at 2 locations. A nurse is at each location to manage G-tube feedings, seizures, and other medical care. Caregivers at each location are knowledgeable and experienced in caring for children with special needs. Ratio of caregiver to child is 1:4, but community volunteers are often on hand to help and play. It’s a wonderful time for the children to enjoy free play, music, and extra attention from FOCUS caregivers and volunteers. Oh, and the parents enjoy the break!!

    Free

  • FOCUS on Music

    Alpharetta Presbyterian Church 180 Academy Street, Alpharetta, GA, United States

    This event is free for FOCUS Young Adults and FOCUS Alumni
    FOCUS Families can drop off kiddos at Alpharetta Presbyterian at 11:00 AM. Parents can stay on-site or leave to run a quick errand.
    The music therapist will lead a one-hour long music session utilizing a variety of percussion instruments.
    Registration is required. Space is limited, please register as soon as possible.
    Questions? Email milligan@focus-ga.org

  • FAST Fins Dynamo Practice

    Recurring
    Dynamo Swim Johns Creek 5075 Abbotts Bridge Rd, Johns Creek, GA

    FOCUS Adaptive Swim Team (FAST Fins) concentrates on perfecting swim strokes, improving stamina, developing team skills, building self-confidence, following verbal commands, and increasing fitness.

    $180

  • Focus Share Group

    Recurring
    Chick-fil-A Scenic Highway 1559 Scenic Hwy N, Snellville, GA, United States

    Children participating in FOCUS activities range in age from birth through 29 years old and have lifelong developmental and/or physical disabilities. Some common diagnoses include but are not limited to cerebral palsy, Down syndrome, autism, spina bifida, degenerative illnesses, and rare genetic syndromes.
    BENEFIT
    Share Groups are free support groups for parents and meet monthly (September to May) in several locations around metro Atlanta so parents can meet other parents and share tips, fears, and joys. Support Groups also called Share Groups are the backbone of FOCUS, the first program ever offered. Parent volunteers facilitate the groups, keeping them positive, constructive, and uplifting.

    Meets 2nd Friday of each Month at 10AM (exept school breaks)
    RSVP: spicyk44@msn.com
    Chick-fil-A Scenic Highway: 1559 Scenic Hwy N, Snellville
    focus-ga.org/program/support-groups