UNITED WAY OF GARLAND COUNTY
MEMBER AGENCIES
Abilities Unlimited
Steve Hopper, Director
530 Mt. Pine Road
Hot Springs, AR 71913
501-767-8400
aui1@mail.cswnet.com
Abilities Unlimited is a community-based industry for the disabled since 1961.
American Red Cross, Garland County Chapter
Karla Dreyer, Director
104 Blackstone Court
Hot Springs, AR 71901
501-623-9321
arcgcc@ipa.net
The American Red Cross provides assistance to victims of disasters, emergency
communication for military families, training programs in CPR/First Aid, Water Safety
& HIV/AIDS prevention. Limited utility assistance.
Arthritis Foundation, Arkansas Chapter
Diane Stephenson, Director
6312 Lee Avenue
Little Rock, AR 72205
800-482-8858
info.ar@arthritis.org
The Arthritis Foundation provides direct patient and community services, public and
professional education for funding for research to improve lives through leadership in the
prevention, control and cure of arthritis and related diseases.
Boy Scouts of America, Ouachita Council
Joe Farrell, Director
102 Chippewa Court
Hot Springs, AR 71901
501-623-6601
BSA14@SBCGLOBAL.NET
The Boy Scouts 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.
Boys & Girls Club of Hot Springs
Natalie Caldwell, Director
109 West Belding Street
Hot Springs, AR 71901
501-623-2711
club47@direclynx.net
The Boys & Girls Club of Hot Springs promotes the health, social,
educational, vocational and character development of youth throughout Garland County.
First Step, Inc.
Pam Bland, Director
407 Carson Street
Hot Springs, AR 71901
501-624-6468
firststepinc@yahoo.com
First Step provides an array of services for children and adults with developmental disabilities in a community setting including early intervention, preschool, residential homes and supported employment.
Garland County 4-H Clubs
Jimmy Driggers, County Agent
4th Floor, Garland County Courthouse
Hot Springs, AR 71901
501-623-6841
garland@uaex.edu
4-H Clubs encourage youth involvement in constructive character building activities. Offers opportunities for leadership development. National and international activities expand teens' vision.
Girl Scouts of Ouachita Council
Dr. Beth Walker, Director
615 West 29th Street
North Little Rock, AR 72114
800-632-6894
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.
Hot Springs Family YMCA
Peter Davin, Director
130 Werner Street
Hot Springs, AR 71913
501-623-8803
ymca@direclynx.net
The YMCA is a charitable Christian association, helping individuals achieve their God-given potential. The YMCA serves of all ages and both sexes teaching the values of caring, honesty, responsibility and respect.
Literacy Council of Garland County
Pat McClaran, Director
119 Hobson Avenue
Hot Springs, AR 71913
501-624-7323 (READ)
lcgc@hotsprings.net
The Literacy Council trains volunteers to tutor individuals needing to improve their reading skills and/or learn the English language in order to become more productive citizens.
Ouachita Children's Center
Debbie Bryant, Director
339 Charteroak Street
Hot Springs, AR 71913
501-623-5591
debbie.bryant@mail.state.ar.us
Ouachita Children's Center provides emergency shelter and casework services for abused, neglected, delinquent and troubled youth. OCC also offers outreach prevention and casework intervention for youth and their families.
Paul Bewie Boys & Girls
Club
Alvin Smith, Director
5050 Highway 7 North (P O Box 8603)
Hot Springs Village, AR 71909
501-984-6996
pbbgc@cox-internet.com
The Paul Bewie Boys & Girls Club is a community based, not-for-profit organization dedicated to support the family in developing moral values, responsibility and character in our young people.
Retired & Senior
Volunteer Program
Norma McLain, Director
126 Oriole Street
Hot Springs, AR 71901
501-623-6830
nmclain@ipa.net
RSVP enriches life for persons 55 years of age and over through volunteer service. The program provides a way for them to stay involved in their community by sharing their knowledge and addressing community needs.
The Salvation Army
Major Ray Hudson, Director
115 Crescent Street
Hot Springs, AR 71901
501-623-1628
The Salvation Army provides care of transients, character building services, family service program on emergency basis and a well-rounded Christmas program.
School Welfare Fund
Tom O'Neal, Director
140 North Border Terrace
Hot Springs, AR 71901
501-624-3372
tom@hssd1.dsc.k12.ar.us
The School Welfare Fund alleviates needs for clothing, shoes and school supplies for children who otherwise might drop out of school.
Senior Companion Program
Sherry Shively, Director
126 Oriole Street
Hot Springs, AR 71901
501-623-4092
gccoa@aristotle.net
The Senior Companion Program provides 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 being institutionalized.
Shepherd's Center of Hot Springs
Cheryl Drake, Director
1839 Central Avenue
Hot Springs, AR 71913
501-525-9001
The Shepherd's Center is where older adults will find adventures-in-learning. These classes, offered on various topics, including computers, enable older adults to find fellowship & learning.
Webb Community Center
Charles Smith
433 Pleasant Street
Hot Springs, AR 71901
501-623-7491
webb@hsnp.com
The Webb Community Center improves the standard of living of its clients
through educational, social and economic development programs.