Harris County Family Connection

Harris County Family Connection We help our Community and assist with needs of our schools and its students

Mailing address
P.O. Box 160
Waverly Hall Ga 31831

Harris County Family Connections (HCFC) helps Harris County and surrounding county when there is a need in regards to children and their education, health and welfare. HCFC is committed to raise funds to meet the immediate needs of the young people in our community.

Mental Health Matters: Today, Tomorrow, Always!!Harris County Mental Health Day was truly a blast—full of joy, connectio...
06/18/2026

Mental Health Matters: Today, Tomorrow, Always!!

Harris County Mental Health Day was truly a blast—full of joy, connection, and a powerful reminder of what happens when a community comes together with purpose.

If you missed it, you missed an incredible opportunity to see mental health brought out of the shadows and into the center of community life.

A heartfelt thank you to New Horizons Behavioral Health for hosting such a meaningful event and for continuing to shine a light on the importance of caring for our mental and emotional well-being. This gathering wasn’t just an event—it was a statement that mental health matters, and it matters for everyone.

A large part of the day focused on welcoming the community into the mental health space in a real and approachable way, while also honoring and thanking the many partners whose collaboration and support make this work possible. Harris County organizations showed up in full force, turning the day into a beautiful opportunity for networking, fellowship, and shared commitment to stronger families.

And it wasn’t all serious—there was something for everyone: great food, uplifting music, engaging vendors, and a powerful Community Awards segment that celebrated those making a difference right here at home.

The impact of mental health truly ripples outward into every area of life. When we support mental wellness, we strengthen families, improve physical health, support our schools, and build more resilient communities. Mental and physical health are not separate—they are equally important pillars of overall well-being.

Days like this remind us that healing, hope, and wholeness grow stronger when we come together.

Just Can't Stop Counting My Blessings!!!!Every year, as we begin planning our Community Pool Party & Back-to-School Rush...
06/18/2026

Just Can't Stop Counting My Blessings!!!!
Every year, as we begin planning our Community Pool Party & Back-to-School Rush, I am reminded that faith without action is just a dream. So we pray, step out in faith, and trust that God will provide.

And every year, He does.

People often see the smiling children receiving backpacks filled with school supplies, but they don't always see the village that comes together behind the scenes to make it happen.

It starts with our amazing school counselors who take the time to share school supply lists so we know exactly what our students need. Then our community partners come together to plan an event that helps children start the school year prepared, confident, and excited to learn.

This month, I was blessed to witness that village in action.

A huge shoutout to Pastor Ashley Dobbs, Melvin Spratling, and the members of the historic Bethany Missionary Baptist Church in Pine Mountain. They answered the call to serve by helping us sort and count donated school supplies so we could determine what is still needed. Under Melvin's leadership, the team accomplished in one afternoon what might have taken days to complete.

Now comes the next challenge—gathering enough supplies to fill more than 460 backpacks for Harris County children.

The good news? The team at Bethany Missionary Baptist Church is already preparing to help pack those backpacks once the supplies arrive.

That is what community looks like.

That is what service looks like.

That is what love in action looks like.

Harris County, we are truly blessed to be part of a village that believes every child deserves the opportunity to walk into school ready to succeed.

But we need your help.

Prices have increased, and the need is greater than ever. We are asking our community to join us by donating school supplies or making a monetary donation to help purchase needed items.

📚 Every notebook matters.
✏️ Every pencil matters.
🎒 Every backpack matters.
❤️ Every donation matters.

Most importantly, every child matters.

Please check out the school supply list on the flyer and consider helping us ensure that every child starts the school year with the tools they need to succeed.

We also need drop off locations across the county. A big shoutout to Pine Mountain Tourism-they have agreed to be a drop off site.

Together, through faith, partnership, and community, we can make a difference—one backpack at a time.

A Community Treasure Worth Supporting! We are truly blessed to have the Harris County Public Library in our community. I...
06/15/2026

A Community Treasure Worth Supporting!

We are truly blessed to have the Harris County Public Library in our community. It is so much more than a building filled with books. Every corner, every shelf, and every nook holds treasures waiting to be discovered by children, teens, adults, and seniors alike.

Our library creates amazing programs that inspire a love of reading, learning, creativity, and lifelong curiosity. Literacy is the foundation of success, helping children thrive in school, preparing adults for the workforce, and strengthening our entire community.

But these opportunities don't happen without community support.

Please consider supporting the library by purchasing a raffle ticket for this beautiful handmade dinosaur-themed quilt generously donated by Beth Strange. Every ticket purchased helps fund library programs, collections, and services that benefit all of us.

🎟️ Tickets: $5 each or 5 for $20
📅 Drawing Date: July 31
📍 Available at the Harris County Public Library circulation desk

Please share this post widely and make a plan to support our library. Together, we can help ensure that literacy, learning, and imagination continue to grow in Harris County for generations to come.

WE ARE COUNTING OUR BLESSINGS! One of the greatest blessings in any community is knowing that our seniors are cared for....
06/10/2026

WE ARE COUNTING OUR BLESSINGS!

One of the greatest blessings in any community is knowing that our seniors are cared for.

A huge THANK YOU to the Area Agency on Aging of River Valley Regional Commission for bringing the Georgia Senior Farmers' Market Nutrition Program back to Harris County!

Did you know that senior hunger impacts millions of older adults every year? Access to fresh fruits and vegetables can improve nutrition, help manage chronic health conditions, and support healthier, more active lives. That's why this program is so important.

Through the Georgia Senior Farmers' Market Nutrition Program, eligible seniors age 60 and older can get fresh, locally grown fruits, vegetables, herbs, and honey while supporting Georgia farmers at the same time! ❤️

God provides through people, partnerships, and opportunities like this.

"Taste and see that the Lord is good; blessed is the one who takes refuge in Him." — Psalm 34:8

📢 IMPORTANT: Seniors MUST sign up so our farmers know how much food to bring.

📅 Sign-Up Day: June 17, 2026 | 9 AM–12 PM
📍 Harris County Family Connection Office

📅 Food Distribution: July 28, 2026 | 9 AM–12 PM
📍 Bobby Lowman Recreation Center

⚠️ Funding has been reduced this year and vouchers are LIMITED. Participation is strictly FIRST COME, FIRST SERVED.

Please share this flyer with seniors, caregivers, churches, family members, and friends. A simple share could help put fresh, healthy food on someone's table.

Let's give a BIG shout-out to the Area Agency on Aging and River Valley Regional Commission for continuing to invest in the health and well-being of our seniors.

Together, we can make sure our seniors are nourished, valued, and reminded that they are not forgotten.

BACK 2 SCHOOL 2026 – IT TAKES A VILLAGE! I was sitting at my desk reviewing plans for this year's Back 2 School Supply D...
06/09/2026

BACK 2 SCHOOL 2026 – IT TAKES A VILLAGE!

I was sitting at my desk reviewing plans for this year's Back 2 School Supply Drive when I decided to check the prices of school supplies.

What I found made me stop for a moment.

Some of the items our children need most have doubled, tripled, and in some cases even quadrupled in price.

For just a second, fear whispered, "This is going to be hard."

But I don't operate in a spirit of fear. I operate in faith, power, love, and a sound mind.

Because here's what I know: our children will still walk into classrooms this August. They will still have dreams. They will still need notebooks, pencils, binders, crayons, scissors, and backpacks. They will still deserve every opportunity to succeed.

And that's why we do school supply drives.

We don't do them because it's easy.

We do them because no child should start the school year wondering if they have the tools they need to learn.

We do them because a backpack filled with supplies sends a powerful message: "Harris County believes in you."

We do them because families are already making difficult choices between groceries, rent, utilities, and school expenses.

Most importantly, we do them because we are the village.

❤️ A village that loves.
❤️ A village that shares.
❤️ A village that cares.

Today, we're asking you to help us support children from Head Start through 12th Grade by donating school supplies from the list on the attached flyer.

Ways You Can Help:

📦 Donate school supplies- drop off at the Family Connection Office

💵 Make a monetary donation to help purchase supplies - use the QR Code on the Flyer

📬 Mail donations to:
Harris County Family Connection, Inc. P.O. Box 160, Waverly Hall Ga 31831

🏢 Become a Drop-Off Location
If your business, church, organization, or workplace would like to serve as a collection site, please contact us:

☎️ (762) 248-1212

📧 [email protected]

And while you're helping us collect supplies, don't forget to join us at our Community Pool Party on July 17th! Together we'll celebrate another year of neighbors helping neighbors and children being surrounded by a community that believes in their future.

Please join Georgia Strong Families and Valley Healthcare Systems for the Healthy Start Baby Bash in Talbotton, GA! This...
06/09/2026

Please join Georgia Strong Families and Valley Healthcare Systems for the Healthy Start Baby Bash in Talbotton, GA! This is a free community event specifically designed for moms-to-be and moms with children under the age of 3.

What to expect:

🎁 Free baby items & door prizes

🤝 Useful community resources💡 Valuable health and parenting education🎉and Much more!

Saturday, July 18th | 11:00 am to 2:00 pm

Valley Healthcare System Inc. 341 N. Washington Ave, Talbotton, GA

Completely FREE!

💙👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 BUILDING STRONGER FAMILY CONNECTIONS STARTS WITH A CONVERSATION 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦💙Raising teenagers can be one of life's ...
06/06/2026

💙👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 BUILDING STRONGER FAMILY CONNECTIONS STARTS WITH A CONVERSATION 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦💙

Raising teenagers can be one of life's greatest joys—and sometimes one of its greatest challenges. As our children grow, so does the need for strong communication, trust, and healthy relationships.

That's why we're excited to welcome representatives from GCAPP (Georgia Campaign for Adolescent Power & Potential) to Clubhouse at the Lakes on Thursday, June 11th, from 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM.

They will be available to answer questions and help families sign up for the Build to Bond LiFT Program—an interactive workshop designed to strengthen communication and relationships between teens and the supportive adults in their lives.

📍 Clubhouse at the Lakes
Melody Lakes Community Center
934 Melody Drive
Waverly Hall, GA 31831

The LiFT Program:
✔️ Helps families navigate important conversations
✔️ Strengthens parent/caregiver and teen relationships
✔️ Provides practical communication tools
✔️ Creates opportunities for families to grow together

👥 Teens ages 13–19 must attend with a supportive adult such as a parent, caregiver, grandparent, relative, or trusted mentor.

🍽️ Participants receive a light meal.

💳 Families who complete the full workshop receive a $75 Gift Card incentive.

⚠️ Advance registration is required.

📣 CALL TO ACTION:
Do you have a teen between the ages of 13–19? Know someone who does? Do you have questions about how the program works?

Stop by Clubhouse at the Lakes on June 11th, get your questions answered, and learn how this program can help strengthen family bonds and build lasting connections.

Please share this post with friends, family members, churches, schools, and community groups. Together, we can continue investing in strong families and bright futures for our youth.

💙🌱 COUNTING OUR BLESSINGS AT CLUBHOUSE AT THE LAKES 🌱💙Every Thursday, something special happens at Clubhouse at the Lake...
06/05/2026

💙🌱 COUNTING OUR BLESSINGS AT CLUBHOUSE AT THE LAKES 🌱💙

Every Thursday, something special happens at Clubhouse at the Lakes.

Children arrive ready for fun, learning, friendship, and adventure. Volunteers show up with servant hearts. Community partners bring resources, encouragement, and support. And together, we create a place where children are loved, valued, and given opportunities to grow.

As I look around each week, I am reminded that blessings are often found in the simple things.

🍽️ A hot meal shared among friends.

🎂 A birthday celebration that makes every child feel seen and special.

🥕 Fresh vegetables picked from a community garden planted with love.

📚 Learning opportunities that spark curiosity and imagination.

😊 Smiles, laughter, and caring adults who consistently show up.

A special thank you to the Town of Waverly Hall for providing the Melody Lakes Community Center, a welcoming space where our children can gather, learn, play, and build lasting memories. Community spaces like this are more than buildings—they are places where relationships are formed, lives are impacted, and villages are strengthened.

Thank you to Melody Lakes Community Outreach, especially Bear, Dennis, and the Outreach members, for providing a hot meal at our monthly birthday celebrations and for helping create and maintain our children's community garden. Every week our kiddos get to enjoy the bounty of their hard work and God's provision.

Thank you to the Harris County School District for bringing the Mobile Learning Lab, along with an amazing teacher and driver who make learning exciting and engaging.

Thank you to Pastor Kevin and The Refuge Church family for the abundance of snacks that keep our children fueled and happy.

And to our faithful volunteers—Ms. Salgado, Ms. Pennie, Ms. Marlyn, and Ms. Wendy—thank you for the countless hours, the encouraging words, and the love you pour into our children week after week.

Most importantly, thank you to the children and families who trust us to be part of their journey. You are the heart of Clubhouse at the Lakes.

Each act of kindness may seem small on its own, but together they create something extraordinary. One meal, one volunteer, one garden, one lesson, one encouraging word at a time—we are building something beautiful for our children.

📖 "Many, O LORD my God, are thy wonderful works which thou hast done... if I would declare and speak of them, they are more than can be numbered." — Psalm 40:5

Today, we're counting our blessings—and there are simply too many to number.

⚖️ FREE LEGAL ADVICE CLINIC COMING TO HARRIS COUNTY ⚖️Sometimes life brings challenges that require legal help—but not e...
06/05/2026

⚖️ FREE LEGAL ADVICE CLINIC COMING TO HARRIS COUNTY ⚖️

Sometimes life brings challenges that require legal help—but not everyone can afford an attorney.

That's why we're excited to share that a Free Legal Advice Clinic is coming to Harris County on June 27, 2026!

Attorneys will be available to provide guidance on:

✔️ Family Law
✔️ Estate & Legal Planning
✔️ Housing Issues
✔️ Debt & Bankruptcy Matters
✔️ Record Restriction
✔️ Consumer Issues

📣 IMPORTANT: This clinic is BY APPOINTMENT ONLY!

⏰ The last day to register for an appointment is June 12, 2026.

To determine eligibility and schedule an appointment:

📞 Monica Whatley: 762-266-0127
📧 [email protected]

Let's give a huge shout-out to Georgia Legal Services Program for bringing this valuable resource to our community and for their commitment to providing access to justice for Georgians with low incomes.

And thank you to FOCUS Ministries for once again hosting this important event!

💙 We are truly blessed to live in a community where partners continually come together to support and strengthen our families.

📢 CALL TO ACTION:
Check out the flyer, share this post, tell a friend, tell a neighbor, and help us make sure that those who need legal assistance know this opportunity is available.

🏡💙 STRONG FAMILIES BUILD STRONG COMMUNITIES 💙🏡Raising a teenager can be one of life's greatest joys—and one of its great...
06/01/2026

🏡💙 STRONG FAMILIES BUILD STRONG COMMUNITIES 💙🏡

Raising a teenager can be one of life's greatest joys—and one of its greatest challenges!

The Morehouse Family Health Study is looking for rural Georgia families to participate in a study evaluating Parent Toolkit 2.0, a virtual family program designed to support parents, caregivers, and youth.

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Who Can Participate?
✔️ Adults ages 25–70 raising a youth ages 12–15
✔️ Youth ages 12–15
✔️ Families living in eligible rural Georgia counties

💵 Participants can receive incentives for completing enrollment activities and surveys.

By participating, you'll help researchers better understand how to strengthen families and support youth throughout rural Georgia.

📣 CALL TO ACTION:
If you have a teen between the ages of 12–15, take a moment to review the information and see if your family may qualify. Please share this opportunity with friends, family members, churches, schools, and community groups.

Together, we can help build stronger families and brighter futures for our youth. 💙

Address

372 Oneal Drive
Waverly Hall, GA
31831

Opening Hours

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

Telephone

+17622481212

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