Pickens County Family Connection

10/19/2026

Mental Health Monday: You can pause before choosing your next step.

Big feelings are part of being human. Frustration, worry, anger, and overwhelm happen to all of us.

Self-regulation isn't about never getting upset. It's about learning to recognize what we're feeling and finding ways to respond that help rather than hurt.

Sometimes that starts with a deep breath, a short break, a glass of water, or stepping away until we feel ready to try again.

And remember, children are still learning these skills. They often need calm, supportive adults to help them practice.

This Monday, give yourself permission to pause. You don't have to respond to every hard moment immediately.

10/15/2026

Thank you to everyone that came to our Ribbon Cutting this morning! We are so grateful for the support from our community.

10/12/2026

We hope you will join this important discussion! Please RSVP to Rachel Robinson at [email protected]

10/12/2026

Mental Health Monday: Small moments build strong connections.

Connection doesn't always require a big conversation or a special family outing.

Sometimes it's sitting together at the end of a long day. Listening to a story you've heard a dozen times. Asking a child about their favorite part of the day. Checking on a friend or giving someone your undivided attention for a few minutes.

In the middle of busy schedules and everyday stress, these little moments remind us that we matter to one another.

This week, look for one small opportunity to connect with someone you love.

You don't have to make the moment extraordinary. Just be present.

10/10/2026

🚨 ROAD CONDITIONS UPDATE | TREES & POWER LINES DOWN

The Pickens Sheriff’s Office continues to receive reports of trees and power lines down across the county following severe weather.

Areas in and around the following roads have reported hazards:

📍 Grandview Road
📍 Cove Road
📍 Highway 136 East
📍 Henderson Mountain Road
📍 East Price Creek Road
📍 Refuge Road

Crews are actively working to clear roadways, and power companies have been notified of downed power lines.

⚠️ PLEASE USE CAUTION

We strongly encourage everyone to avoid unnecessary travel while crews work to clear these hazards. Never approach or attempt to move downed power lines, and treat all downed lines as energized.

⚡ REPORT POWER OUTAGES

Amicalola Electric: 706-253-0359
Georgia Power: 888-891-0938

Please be patient as emergency personnel, road crews, and utility workers continue working to restore safe travel conditions throughout Pickens County.

We will provide additional updates as information becomes available.

Please share this information to help keep our community informed and safe.

10/07/2026

Our OCTOBER Newsletter is available. Read all about what is going on at Pickens Family Connection and stay up to date of activities, fundraisers, and more from our collaborative partners!

October Monthly Newsletter

10/05/2026

MENTAL HEALTH MONDAY REMINDER

You take care of everyone else.
Don't forget to take care of you, too.

Take a few quiet minutes
Drink some water
Step outside
Do something you enjoy
Ask for help when you need it

Taking care of yourself isn't selfish.
It helps you keep showing up for the people you love.

09/30/2026

09/29/2026

Thank you so much Tate Elementary School for collecting books on 9-25 in honor of Dolly Parton! Because of your partnership we were able to fill Little Free Libraries all over the county!

We can think of no greater way to honor Dolly’s legacy than gifting the joy of reading, and making sure that books are free and accessible to everyone in our community! 💕📚