Coffee County Family Connection

🚨 Community Conversations: Let’s Talk About What Our Kids Are Facing 🚨

Coffee County Family Connections invites families, educators, and community members to join us for an important evening of awareness, education, and conversation about the challenges facing today’s youth.

📅 March 17, 2026
🕠 5:30 PM
📍 C.E. Weir Senior Citizens Center - 307 E. Bryan St., Douglas, GA

This interactive forum will focus on the rapidly evolving landscape of va**ng, THC products, cannabis, to***co, and other risky behaviors affecting young people. Hear directly from a panel of professionals in healthcare, education, law enforcement, juvenile justice, and prevention as they share local insights, answer questions, and offer practical tools families can use to protect and support their children.

🚐 Special Exhibit: Hidden in Plain Sight
Step inside a realistic teenager’s bedroom and discover how va**ng devices, THC products, and other substances can be hidden in everyday items. This powerful exhibit helps parents recognize warning signs and start meaningful conversations with their children.

⚠️ Participation in the trailer exhibit is limited to adults ages 21+.

🎁 Door Prizes! Attend for your chance to win several prizes—including a 55” Smart TV!

This event is free and open to families, school staff, and community members. Together, we can build awareness, strengthen communication, & support!

🚨 Community Conversations: Let’s Talk About What Our Kids Are Facing 🚨
Coffee County Family Connections invites families, educators, and community members to join us for an important evening of awareness, education, and conversation about the challenges facing today’s youth.
📅 March 17, 2026
🕠 5:30 PM
📍 C.E. Weir Senior Citizens Center
307 E. Bryan St., Douglas, GA
This interactive forum will focus on the rapidly evolving landscape of va**ng, THC products, cannabis, to***co, and other risky behaviors affecting young people. Hear directly from a panel of professionals in healthcare, education, law enforcement, juvenile justice, and prevention as they share local insights, answer questions, and offer practical tools families can use to protect and support their children.
🚐 Special Exhibit: Hidden in Plain Sight
Step inside a realistic teenager’s bedroom and discover how va**ng devices, THC products, and other substances can be hidden in everyday items. This powerful exhibit helps parents recognize warning signs and start meaningful conversations with their children.
⚠️ Participation in the trailer exhibit is limited to adults ages 21+.
🎁 Door Prizes!
Attend for your chance to win several prizes—including a 55” Smart TV!
This event is free and open to families, school staff, and community members. Together, we can build awareness, strengthen communication, and sup

Winner is: LANE DEEN

📢 Attention Coffee County Residents!

Action Pact’s Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) is gearing up to help eligible households with their home heating bills this winter! ❄️🔥

📅 Priority appointments begin January 5, 2026
➡️ For seniors 65+ and homebound adults

📅 General public appointments begin February 2, 2026

☎️ Phone lines open at 8:30 AM — Coffee County residents can call (912) 922-2010 to schedule an appointment.

💡 What You’ll Need:
✔ Social Security verification for everyone in the home
✔ Photo ID
✔ Proof of all household income for the past 30 days
✔ Most recent home heating & electric bill

💲 Income eligibility is based on household size (see chart in flyer).

Funds are limited and available on a first-come, first-served basis, so please share this resource with anyone who may need assistance this season! ❤️💛💙

Support "Imagine Me" girls mentorship program by purchasing a ticket for their upcoming raffle! Call 912.389.6523 to get more information about ticket purchases or visit Coffee Middle School and ask for Misty or Sharon!

Coffee County Family Connection at its BEST!

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The event is a walkthrough experience where students face real-life scenarios like drug use, peer pressure and jail. Taylor Lewis got the story today. >> https://www.walb.com/2025/11/19/teen-maze-shows-south-ga-middle-schoolers-consequences-risky-choices/

Dear Parents and Families,

We are excited to remind you about our upcoming Teen Maze Family Night, a free Community Engagement Event that encourages meaningful conversation and supports positive decision-making for our youth.

Event Details:
📅 Tuesday, November 18, 2025
🕕 6:00 – 7:30 PM
📍 Coffee Middle School (901 Georgia 206, Douglas, GA)

Teen Maze is a live, interactive experience that follows the story of one teen decision and the ripple effects that follow — from a party scene to a tragic accident to the courtroom. The powerful message is simple and real: every choice matters.

What Your Family Can Expect:
🎁 Door prizes, including a 50" TV
🍔 Free food and drinks for families and volunteers
🎈 Bouncy houses and family-friendly fun
🤝 Community Partners sharing valuable local resources
💬 Conversation starters to support family dialogue about peer pressure, choices, and consequences

This is a meaningful opportunity to spend quality time together, engage with community support services, and help teens make healthy, informed decisions — all in a welcoming and fun atmosphere.

We truly hope to see you and your family there!

If you have any questions, please contact:
Dr. Kawana Moffett | 912-389-6523

Warm regards,
Dr. K
Coffee County Family Connection Coordinator

🌟 TEEN MAZE FAMILY NIGHT! 🌟

📅 Tuesday, November 18, 2025
🕕 6:00 – 7:30 PM
📍 Coffee Middle School

Bring the whole family for an evening of fun, learning, and community connection! 🎉

💬 Experience an interactive journey that shows how one choice can change everything — and learn how to make safe, healthy decisions for a bright future.

What’s Happening:
🍔 FREE Food & Drinks
🎁 Door Prizes — including a 50" TV!
🎈 Bouncy Houses
🤝 Meet Local Community Partners
🗣️ Family conversation starters & resources for parents

Let’s come together to support our youth, strengthen families, and celebrate community! ❤️

📞 For more information, contact Dr. K. Moffett at 912-389-6523

📚✨ Coffee County Family Connection at Trick Your Truck!

Coffee County Family Connection had a wonderful time partnering with The Sanctuary Church for their annual Trick Your Truck community event! 🎃

We were blessed with the opportunity to connect with families and share the joy of reading by giving away free books to children of all ages. 📖💛

A heartfelt thank-you to The Sanctuary Church for hosting such a fun and meaningful event — and to all the families who stopped by our table! Together, we’re building stronger connections and brighter futures for Coffee County’s kids and families. 🙌

📚✨ Coffee County Family Connection at Trick Your Truck!

Coffee County Family Connection had a wonderful time partnering with The Sanctuary Church for their annual Trick Your Truck community event! 🎃

We were blessed with the opportunity to connect with families and share the joy of reading by giving away free books to children of all ages. 📖💛

A heartfelt thank-you to The Sanctuary Church of God for hosting such a fun and meaningful event — and to all the families who stopped by our table! Together, we’re building stronger connections and brighter futures for Coffee County’s kids and families. 🙌

The U.S. Department of Agriculture Food and Nutrition Service is expected to temporarily pause all SNAP benefits this Saturday, Nov. 1, due to the federal government shutdown, which may affect more than 700,000 households in Georgia. During this period, many individuals and families may turn to local organizations and community groups for assistance. The following resources are available to help those seeking support:

Feeding Georgia - https://gafcp.us8.list-manage.com/track/click?u=bc44d24f4e34573cbdf329aa1&id=3066384e0a&e=e72ede0e18

Food Finder - https://gafcp.us8.list-manage.com/track/click?u=bc44d24f4e34573cbdf329aa1&id=0c6cbaba8e&e=e72ede0e18

Find Help Georgia - https://gafcp.us8.list-manage.com/track/click?u=bc44d24f4e34573cbdf329aa1&id=2af6d8aaca&e=e72ede0e18