The Quarterly | DCS Employee Newsletter Issue 11 | Page 17

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Tiffany Taylor , CC , Rome Circuit
National Day of Prayer for Mental Illness Recovery and Understanding
On Tuesday October 6 , 2020 , Community Coordinator Tiffany Taylor attended the NAMI Rome sponsored candlelight service for the National Day of Prayer for Mental Illness Recovery and Understanding . The event was held at Rome ’ s Town Green area with social distancing observed . The guest speaker was Jennifer Ayers-Moore , who is the sister of Nathaniel Ayers , the inspiration of the hit 2009 movie “ The Soloist ”. Nathaniel is a former music prodigy that attended The Juilliard School until his schizophrenia caused him to live on the streets and play his 2 string violin . Ms . Ayers-Moore had no contact with her brother for 10 years . She advised she worried and prayed every day for the safety of her brother . Ms . Ayers-Moore ’ s message was very heartwarming and really brought mental health to a personal level .
Stone Mountain Circuit
Georgia Piedmont Technical College & Four Forty Trucking Company
Through a partnership with two of our community providers Georgia Piedmont Technical College & Four Forty Trucking Company interested candidates who would like CDL training have access at no cost to them . This partnership will allow those we serve to receive a certification and assistance with potential job placement at the conclusion with top companies i . e . US Express , Western Express or Trans AM Trucking .
Chris Walker , CC , Coweta Circuit
LaGrange Police Department Partnership
Lead Community Coordinator Chris Walker has partnered with the LaGrange Police Department where unclaimed property evidence is distributed to the individuals under DCS supervision that may not have transportation . The bike donation aids individuals in getting to work , required classes and reporting to supervision appointments . This partnership is a great example of how local law enforcement agencies work together to address issues within their community .