Up Giving Village

08/26/2025

Free Food Distribution

Douglas County Senior Services is partnering with the Atlanta Community Food Bank on Friday, August 29th, beginning at 10 AM, for their monthly Drive-thru Food Distribution at the Lithia Springs Senior Center!

Residents of Douglas County will receive FREE food items on a first-come, first-served basis, while supplies last.

📍 7301 Groover Lake Rd Lithia Springs, GA 30122

08/26/2025

It’s National Dog Day! Comment a picture of your dog.

It's National Dog Day! 🐾🌾 Shaggy Dog debuted during the Garden's first-ever Mosaïcultures Internationales de Montréal exhibition in 2013. Find him being a good boy in Cox Courtyard during your next visit!

08/26/2025

National Toilet Paper Day! Book an appointment with GI Care for Kids for all your GI needs.

🧻 It’s National Toilet Paper Day!

Where would we be without this everyday essential? Today, we celebrate the humble roll that’s always there when you need it most.

From the “over vs. under” debate to stocking up for peace of mind — toilet paper may be simple, but it’s a household hero. 🙌

Here’s to the roll that keeps things running smoothly!

08/26/2025

When should I receive a Draft Copy of the IEP or Evaluations?

The school won't give you a draft copy of the IEP before the meeting? Is that IEP predetermination, and what should a parent do?

08/26/2025

💭 Ever notice how your child’s “bad behaviour” often shows up at the end of the day?

It’s not about them being “naughty.” It’s about their little nervous system finally saying, “I’m done, I can’t hold it together anymore.”

When we understand this, meltdowns stop feeling like defiance, and start looking like stress signals.
And instead of reacting with punishment, we can respond with connection.

👉 Next time your child has a big outburst, try this:

1. Take one deep breath before you speak.

2. Say what you see (“You’re so frustrated your tower fell down”).

3. Offer safety first, solutions second.

✨ You’ll be amazed how quickly they feel seen—and how behaviour follows connection.

➡️ What’s the hardest time of day for meltdowns in your home? (Mine was always right before dinner!)

08/25/2025

🎉 Meet our Charity Day partner: Up Giving Village! 🎉

They're doing incredible work in our community by empowering veterans, seniors, and youth while addressing caregiver burnout.

Stop by on September 19 and show your support! 50% of proceeds from every car wash sold at our location will support their mission. The other 50% goes to Annandale Village, our corporate partner which serves adults with development disabilities.

Find out more about Up Giving Village and our other partners here: https://bit.ly/4fHKfcG

08/02/2025

07/18/2025

Please note: Our upcoming Parents’ Night Out event has been cancelled due to low RSVP turnout. We remain committed to providing meaningful and inclusive experiences and look forward to seeing you at the next one.

07/17/2025

06/25/2025

BOIL WATER ADVISORY UPDATE: The Douglasville-Douglas County Water and Sewer Authority is issuing an update to this advisory affecting the Lithia Springs, Georgia area. The repair to the water main in the Thornton Road area was completed overnight. Crews have flushed air out of the lines and collected bacteriological samples for testing, which require an 18-24-hour incubation. The Boil Water Advisory will remain in effect for the duration of today in the Lithia Springs area, specifically affecting northeastern and eastern Douglas County, including the vicinity of Thornton Road and Veterans Memorial Highway. Based on current sampling and testing timelines, the advisory is expected to be lifted early tomorrow morning, contingent upon satisfactory bacteriological test results in accordance with state and federal regulations.
Until then, to continue protecting the public from a potential health hazard, customers should continue using only boiled tap water or bottled water for:

• Drinking, cooking, or preparing food

• Brushing teeth or making baby formula

• Making ice or giving water to pets

To properly boil tap water for use, customers should:

• Heat water until bubbles come quickly from the bottom of the container

• Continue heating the water for one minute once it begins to boil

• Remove the water from the heat source and allow it to cool before use.

Laundry, dishwashing, and similar activities may continue as can be done without boiling tap water, if done properly. The complete CDC guidance can be found here: https://www.cdc.gov/healthywater/emergency/drinking/drinking-water-advisories/boil-wateradvisory.html.