Hurricane Katrina
Here's how you can help!

In an effort to reach the many victims of Hurricane Katrina in an efficient and compassionate manner, the Fayette County Department of Family and Children Services will serve as the clearing point for all victims seeking assistance within the Fayette County community.
DFACS is coordinating care for the victims through several local resources. For those in the community who would like to help, here is a list of contacts and resources networking with DFACS to benefit the local relief effort. Local citizens are encouraged to donate food, clothing and even automobiles through the following agencies:

If you know someone who needs help or would like to donate cash or gift cards, contact DFACS at 770-460-2555 (9-5, Monday through Friday).

To donate food, toiletries, clothing or practical household items, or organize a drive, contact:
Real Life Center, 770-631-9334 (rlc@reallifecenter.org) Monday through Thursday, 9-12, also evenings on Tuesdays and Thursdays 5-7.
or
Fayette Samaritans, 770-719-2707 (Monday Friday 12-5).

If you have available housing or would like information on housing, contact: Becky Smith, Executive Director of Fayette FACTOR, 404-291-1602 or bsmith719@bellsouth.net (Monday-Friday, 9-2).

If you have an automobile you can donate, contact Real Life Center 770-631-9334 or rlc@reallifecenter.org (Monday-Thursday 9-12 and Tuesday and Thursday evenings, 5-7).

Career assistance for families in need, contact: Cindy at Randstad 770-487-1446; Real Life Center, 770-631-9334 or rlc@reallifecenter.org (same hours as above).

Other business contacts: Fayette County Chamber of Commerce, 770-461-9983 (Monday-Friday, 8-5); Brian Cordoza with the Fayette County Development Authority, 770-460-5730.

To volunteer, please contact any of the above organizations.

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