As the population of Cherokee County began to grow, it became evident that services for abused children were not expanding as rapidly as the population. Therefore, a group of citizens began discussing ways to serve more children. Among this group were representatives from the Department of Family and Children’s Services, Sheriff’s Department, District Attorney’s office, mental health professionals, the school system, and other private citizens. In the fall of 1989, this group of local citizens gathered to hear a presentation from a representative of the Georgia Council on Child Abuse. The presentation focused on how a local Council on Child Abuse would help the children of Cherokee County. In 1990, the concept became a reality; the organization incorporated and became the Cherokee County Council on Child Abuse.
We are so happy Caroline Rhea has lent her support to our organization and is the featured comedian for this very special show.
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