Abilities Unlimited & Work Activities Center is a community-based industry for the disabled since 1961. 767-8400 American Red Cross provides assistance to victims of disasters, emergency communication for military families, training programs in CPR/First, water safety and HIV/AIDS prevention. 623-9321 Arthritis Foundation provides direct patient and community services, public and professional education for funding afor research to improve lives through leadership in the prevention, control and cure of arthritis and related diseases. 1-800-482-8858 Boy Scouts of America serves others by helping to instill values in young people and in other ways prepare them to make ethical choices over their lifetime in achieving their full potential. 623-6601 Charitable Christian Medical Center strives to improve the quality of life of medically uninsured people in Garland County. 623-8138 Eleanor Klugh Jackson House offers short-term crisis services for Garland County residents and limited services for transients. We encourage independence while tempering guidelines with compassion and responsible stewardship of resources. 623-4048 First Step provides an array of services for children and adults with developmental disbilities in a community setting including early intervention, preschool, residential homes and supported employment. 624-6468 Garland County 4-H Clubs encourage youth involvement in constructive, character building activities. Opportunities are offered for leadership development. National and international activities expand teens' vision. 623-6841 Girl Scouts is the world's preeminent organization dedicated solely to girls - all girls - where, in an accepting and nurturing environment, girls build character and skills for success in the real world. 1-800-632-6894 | Hot Springs Family YMCA is a charitable Christian association, helping individuals achieve their God-given potential. The YMCA serves all ages and both sexes, teaching the values of caring, honesty, responsibility and respect. 623-8803 Literacy Council of Garland County trains Volunteers to tutor individuals needing to improve their reading skills and/or learn the Engilsh Language in order to become more productive citizens. 624-READ Men Mentoring Young Minorities is a group of individuals that come together to mentor young minorites through tutoring, group activites, etc. 262-5501 Paul Bewie Boys & Girls Club is a community based, not-for-profit organization dedicated to support of the family in developing moral values, responsibility and character in our young people. 984-6996 Ouachita Children's Center provides emergency shelter and casework services for abused, neglected, deliquent and troubled youth. OCC also offers outreach prevention and casework intervention for youth and their families. 623-5591 Quapaw Community Center is a community-based center designed to enhance the quality of life for individuals and families through recreation, education and service. 623-9922 Retired & Senior Volunteer Program enriches the lives of people at least 55 years of age through volunteer service. The program provides a way for them to stay involved in their community by using their talents and life experiences to address community needs. 623-6830 The Salvation Army provides care of transients, character building services, family service programs on an emergency basis and a well-rounded Christmas Program. 623-1628 School Welfare Fund alleviates needs of clothing, shoes and school supplies for children who otherwise might drop out of school. 623-2505 Senior Companions provide in-home assistance with daily living to help the frail elderly live happier, independent lives. The companion receives a stipend and the satisfaction of helping their clients avoid institutionalization. 623-4092 |