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Appalachian Children's Center

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Appalachian Children's Center provides services for children ages 3 to 17 years of age who have been traumatized due to abuse and/or neglect.

11/04/2026

Reading together is about so much more than turning pages or finishing a book. 📖❤️ It’s the quiet snuggles on the couch, the silly voice you put on for the villain, the questions that come out of nowhere, and the memories you build long after the cover is closed.

This National Family Literacy Month, let’s remember that the best part of storytime isn't the story itself—it’s the time spent together. ✨

11/03/2026

🎁 UP FOR GRABS: A STANLEY 16 QT COOLER IN ROSE QUARTZ! 🎁

Perfect for road trips, tailgates, camping, or your next outdoor adventure!

🎟️ Tickets are just $25 each!

Enter NOW, and your ticket will be included in ALL remaining raffle drawings! The sooner you enter, the more chances you have to WIN!

❤️ But here's what makes every ticket a winner in our book...

You may enter for a chance to take home a great prize, but your participation does something even more meaningful. Every ticket purchased helps Appalachian Children's Center provide hope, healing, and advocacy to children and families in our community.

A little fun for you. A meaningful difference for a child. 💜💚

🎟️ GET YOUR TICKETS HERE:
https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/18th-annual-clay-shoot-raffle-event-2

Good luck, everyone! And stay tuned — we've still got some AMAZING prizes ahead, including our grand finale Panama City Beach getaway! 🌴☀️

11/02/2026

🍂 As October comes to a close, the autumn leaves are falling, the days are growing shorter, and the holiday season is just around the corner. It's a time of change, reflection, and gratitude for the people and connections that make a difference in our lives.

At Appalachian Children's Center, our mission remains constant through every season: providing a safe place for children to be heard, supporting families through difficult times, and working alongside our community partners to bring hope and healing.

📊 October by the Numbers:

🖍️ 10 Forensic Interviews
⏳ 106 Therapy Service Hours
👩‍👩‍👧 90 MDT-Coordinated Cases

Behind every number is so much more than a statistic. There is a child who deserves to feel safe and supported, a family navigating difficult circumstances, and a dedicated team of professionals working together to make a difference.

As we enter this season of gratitude, we're especially thankful for the community of people who help make this work possible. Together, we continue to bring hope, healing, and resilience to the children and families we serve. 💜💚

Learn more about how we serve children and families:
https://appalachianchildrensctr.org

10/31/2026

⏰🍂 FALL BACK, Y'ALL! 🍂⏰

Just a friendly reminder that Daylight Saving Time ends this Sunday, November 1!

Don't forget to turn those clocks BACK one hour before heading to bed tonight.

Here's to an extra hour of sleep, snuggles, and maybe even a little peace and quiet! 😉💜💚

10/31/2026

🎃👻 HAPPY HALLOWEEN from Appalachian Children's Center! 🧡🖤

Wishing all of our families a Halloween filled with fun, laughter, sweet treats, and just the right amount of SPOOKY! 🕷️🍬

🧡 A little safety reminder: Keep children close, make sure costumes are visible after dark, and remind your kiddos that they never have to hug, touch, or interact with anyone if they're uncomfortable — even on Halloween!

Stay safe, have fun, and make some BOO-tiful memories! 👻

10/30/2026

🎉 WE HAVE OUR FIRST WINNER! 🎉

Congratulations to Karen Deyton, our $100 Delta Gift Card winner! ✈️

Thank you to everyone who has already purchased raffle tickets and supported Appalachian Children’s Center through our 2026 Sensational 6 Raffle!

But don’t worry — the fun isn’t over yet... 🎟️ There are still more prizes to be drawn in the coming weeks!

That means there are still more chances to win — all while supporting the children and families served by ACC. 💙

✨ Stay tuned as we continue our Rolling Raffle and announce a new winner each week!

10/30/2026

What's your go to candy? 🍬🍫🍭

10/29/2026

💜💚 A SWEET DELIVERY FROM SOME WONDERFUL FRIENDS! 💜💚

A big THANK YOU to Donna Wren and the AT&T Pioneers for stopping by Appalachian Children’s Center today with another thoughtful donation!

This time, they brought bottled water and bags of snacks to help keep our Snack Closet stocked for the children and families we serve! 🥤🍿

These may seem like small things, but having snacks and drinks readily available is just one of the many ways we help make our Center a welcoming and comfortable place for children and families during what can be a difficult time.

Donna and the AT&T Pioneers - Peachtree Council have been faithful supporters of ACC, and we are so grateful for their continued kindness and generosity!

Thank you for showing up for our kids, time and time again. It's community partners like you who help us make a difference — one thoughtful gesture at a time! 💜💚

10/28/2026

✈️ YOUR NEXT ADVENTURE COULD START HERE! 🍀

Who couldn't use a little extra travel money?! 😎

🎉 THIS FRIDAY, October 30, we're drawing our next lucky winner in ACC's Sensational Six Rolling Raffle!

🎁 UP FOR GRABS: A $100 DELTA AIR LINES GIFT CARD!

And here's the BEST part...

🎟️ Tickets are just $25 each!

🎯 Enter NOW, and your ticket will be included in ALL remaining raffle drawings! That's multiple chances to win with just ONE ticket!

The sooner you enter, the more chances you have to WIN! 🙌

And don't forget — we're saving our BIGGEST prize for last... a 7-night Panama City Beach condo getaway! 🌴☀️

❤️ Every ticket purchased helps support the children and families served by Appalachian Children's Center!

🎟️ GET YOUR TICKETS HERE:
https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/18th-annual-clay-shoot-raffle-event-2

🍀 Good luck, everyone! Who's feeling lucky?!

10/28/2026

🎃 WANT TO HEAR SOMETHING REALLY SCARY? 👻

It's not ghosts. It's not goblins. And it's definitely not things that go bump in the night.

It's the $80,000–$100,000 in funding that disappeared from Appalachian Children's Center's budget this year. 😳

And unfortunately, we're not alone. Children's Advocacy Centers across Georgia are facing similar funding challenges.

Here's the truly frightening part: While funding has disappeared, the need for our services hasn't.

Children still need a safe place to tell their stories. Families still need support. And healing from trauma still takes time, resources, and compassionate professionals.

🧡 But here's the good news: YOU can help us change the story

Your donations, sponsorships, and community support help us continue providing hope, healing, and resilience to children and families when they need it most.

Because the scariest thing of all would be a child in need of help with nowhere to turn.

🎃 This Halloween, help us turn something scary into something hopeful.

Address

160 Sailors Drive
Ellijay, GA
30540

Opening Hours

Monday	9am - 5pm
Tuesday	9am - 5pm
Wednesday	9am - 5pm
Thursday	9am - 5pm
Friday	9am - 5pm

Telephone

706-273-2225

Website

http://www.appalachianchildrensctr.org/

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