News and Updates from Nancy Vara,
Executive Director, Georgia Microboards Association, Inc.  
 
 
Paintings by Atlanta Folk Artist Lois Curtis Hang Inside Inspiration House
For preview photos and information about the tour:
http://blog.cathedralantiques.org/
 
THE CATHEDRAL ANTIQUES SHOW & TOUR OF HOMES
Cathedral of St. Phillip, 2744 Peachtree Road, NW, Atlanta, GA 30305
Inspiration House: January 29, February 2 - 5,
February 9 - 12, 2012 
 
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SMART 911 
 
 
The Atlanta Police Department has unveiled a system it says will greatly improve the ability of first responders to help people who need help from police, fire and emergency services.
 
Smart911 is a free service where you provide emergency health data that gives 9-1-1 the tools to keep you safe.
It is 100% private, secure and used by 9-1-1 call centers across the country.
 
To create your safety profile, go to:  https://www.smart911.com/
 
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TRAINING ANNOUNCEMENT
 
FY12 DD NOW AND COMP WAIVER SERIES: Finanial Support Services Training
 
This training is designed to enhance the attendees' knowledge and understanding of FInancial Support Services as required under the Participant Direction service delivery option for the NOW and COMP waivers.
 
Attendees will be introduced to the current FSS provider and two (2) newly enrolled FSS providers for Georgia Waiver Programs. The intended audience is primarily for individuals/representatives who currently self-direct their NOW/COMP waiver services and for NOW/COMP waiver participants who may choose to self-direct services in the future. DD family members, Advocates, Support Coordinators and Planning List Administrators are welcome to attend but must register.
 
This training series will be facilitated by Doris E. Johnson, M.P.P., Program Administrator for the Division of Developmental Disabilities. The presenters will be representatives from each of the three (3) Fiscal Agents currently enrolled to provide Financial Support Services: Acumen Fiscal Agent, ASI Works, and Public Partnerships.  These sessions will be conducted in multiple locations throughout the state in November and December. 
 
REGISTER ON LINE: http:www.cviog.uga.edu/dbhdd/pdt.php
For questions about registration, contact Chiyana Reaves at RegistrationMHDDAD@dhr.state.ga.us