When Elicia Robinson and her son Jediah climbed into a limo at Baker Elementary School last month, they had no idea of the surprise waiting for them at the end of their short trip.The mother of six thought her fourth-grade son had won a school contest. Neither mom nor son knew that about 20 Baker staff members secretly had hopped on a school bus to beat them to their … [Read more...]

“As a teenager and as a child, I struggled with my weight, so my mom started a club for girls to come and talk about their issues and to be a support group for parents,” said Ashley Keyes, CHOICES executive chef.Ashley’s mom, Vanetta Keyes, researched options on healthy eating for her teenage daughter who struggled with weight, but never found the help she needed. Vanetta … [Read more...]

Digital trends and tools to help meet your wellness goals. While not everyone has access to a walking desk or treadmill at work, there are ways to tap into technology to keep our bodies moving throughout the day.Smart Phones Everybody’s got one (except that one person we all know who is still holding on tight to their flip phone), and our phones can usually be found in … [Read more...]

Sydney S. has a bright future ahead. The brightest light just might be seeing her daughter for the first time in five years.“I had a lot of trauma in my life,” said Sydney, who entered Cobb County Community Services Board’s (CCCSB) Mothers Making a Change (MMAC) program a year ago. “I am in recovery now and will graduate from college shortly. This program taught me how to … [Read more...]

From the Kitchen and the Heart Homemade treats are great to have on hand this time of year for hostess gifts, teachers, pet sitters, mail carriers and even the unexpected friend who drops by. Take a little time to make a few tasty treats, package them in pretty bags or boxes, and you’re prepared to show someone your appreciation on the fly.Gift Baskets For the bakers in … [Read more...]