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MYMS S5 E6: A Conversation with Derrick McElroy of MentalFit

April 2, 2025

Welcome to the Mind Your Mind Speaks Podcast. In this special episode, you will hear a conversation between Cobb Collaborative’s Executive Director, Irene Barton, and Founder of MentalFit, Derrick McElroy.…

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Child Abuse Prevention Month: Supporting Children & Families

April 2, 2025

Every child deserves a safe, stable, and nurturing environment where they can grow and thrive. April is recognized as Child Abuse Prevention Month, a time to raise awareness, foster supportive…

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MYMS S5 EP5: Conversation with Paula from Project Infinity

March 13, 2025

Welcome to the Mind Your Mind Speaks Podcast. In this special episode, you will hear a conversation between Cobb Collaborative’s Executive Director, Irene Barton, and founder of Project Infinity, Paula.…

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S5 EP4: Conversation with Jazmyn McCloud

February 27, 2025

Welcome to the Mind Your Mind Speaks Podcast! In this special episode, you will hear a conversation between Cobb Collaborative’s Executive Director, Irene Barton, and Cobb County Health Equity and…

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S5 EP 3: Conversation with Cobb Moms Helping Cobb

February 19, 2025

Welcome to the Mind Your Mind Speaks Podcast. In this special episode, you will hear a conversation between Cobb Collaborative’s Executive Director, Irene Barton, and members of Cobb Moms Helping…

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Resiliency Week 2025 Recap

February 12, 2025

Our team at Cobb Collaborative had a wonderful Resiliency Week 2025. It was our second annual week focusing on wellness, community engagement, and growing resilience in Cobb. We are so…

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Building Resilience: A Cornerstone of Mental Wellness & Resiliency Week 2025 Details 

January 29, 2025

Resilience is the ability to adapt and recover in the face of adversity, challenges, or change. It’s not about avoiding difficulties but learning how to navigate through them while maintaining…

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When the Holidays Feel Heavy: Tips for Navigating Seasonal Challenges

December 10, 2024

By Lesleigh Sanders, Mental Health Program Coordinator with Cobb Collaborative The holiday season is often painted as a time of joy, warmth, and togetherness. But for many, it can bring…

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Community Collab! Irene Barton featured on Life With the Spectrum

November 25, 2024

The YouTube Channel and Podcast “Life with the Spectrum” featured our Executive Director, Irene Barton on a recent episode. Here’s what they have to say:Do you know everything your community…

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Little Free Library Ribbon Cutting in Marietta

November 25, 2024

Community leaders and elected officials recently gathered to officially open a Little Free Library along Whitlock Avenue in Marietta. Little Free Library is a nonprofit organization dedicated to putting books…

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