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Friends of Disabled Adults and Children

August 23, 2016 Atlanta - Aimee Copeland shares a smile with Chris Brand (left), president/CEO of Friends of Disabled Adults & Children, before they meet and take a picture with Gov. Nathan Deal at The Georgia State Capitol Tuesday morning, August 23, 2016. Personal Journey: Aimee Copeland was attending the University of West Georgia when, on May 1, 2012, she fell from a zipline running over the Little Tallapoosa River. Her left leg was gashed and left susceptible to necrotizing fasciitis, which threatened her life and led to amputations of both hands, her left leg and her right foot. Since then, she's completed Master's degrees in humanistic psychology and social work. She's also become an advocate for people with disabilities. HYOSUB SHIN / HSHIN@AJC.COM

Credit: HYOSUB SHIN / AJC

Credit: HYOSUB SHIN / AJC

August 23, 2016 Atlanta - Aimee Copeland shares a smile with Chris Brand (left), president/CEO of Friends of Disabled Adults & Children, before they meet and take a picture with Gov. Nathan Deal at The Georgia State Capitol Tuesday morning, August 23, 2016. Personal Journey: Aimee Copeland was attending the University of West Georgia when, on May 1, 2012, she fell from a zipline running over the Little Tallapoosa River. Her left leg was gashed and left susceptible to necrotizing fasciitis, which threatened her life and led to amputations of both hands, her left leg and her right foot. Since then, she's completed Master's degrees in humanistic psychology and social work. She's also become an advocate for people with disabilities. HYOSUB SHIN / HSHIN@AJC.COM
By Angela K. Walker
July 25, 2019

History: More than three decades ago, a couple refurbished and repaired wheelchairs in their garage, then gave the equipment away to people in need. This was transformed into Friends of Disabled Adults and Children (FODAC) in 1997.

Did you know: FODAC has a thrift store and a variety of services for people with disabilities. Its 64,800-square-foot office building houses wheelchairs, hospital beds, walkers, shower supports, and other medical supplies and equipment. For those in need, there is no charge for medical supplies and equipment beyond a one-time $25 registration fee.

Motto: "We seek to enhance the quality of life for people of all ages who have any type of illness or physical disability."

How you can help: Be of assistance by donating, shopping, volunteering or making a financial contribution. Every donation of time or resource can make a huge difference in the lives of disabled adults and children.

Learn more: Visit FODAC online at www.fodac.org or call 770-491-9014.

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