Clayton County Asthma Resource Guide

Developed by the Clayton County Board of Health in partnership with ZAP Asthma Consortium, Inc.

Funded in part by the Georgia Department of Health Asthma Control Program through a cooperative agreement with the National Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

Table of Contents Asthma Facts 2 Asthma in Georgia 3 Asthma Recommendations for Parents 4 Asthma Clinics 5 Asthma Programs 6 Additional Resources 8

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ASTHMA FACTS… Asthma is one of the most common chronic diseases in

the United States. An estimated 24.6 million Americans currently have asthma, including 7.1 million children under the age of 18.

Asthma disproportionately impacts women, children, and the poor.

Asthma can range from relatively mild to quite severe. It is the third leading cause of hospitalizations in children under 15.

Asthma is associated with missed school days, missed workdays, disrupted sleep and symptoms that interfere with physical activity. It can be fatal.

In 2009, asthma accounted for 444,000 hospitalizations and 1.7 million emergency department visits across the country.

An estimated 17.5 million adults (8%) and 7.1 million (9.6) children in America currently have asthma.

What is asthma? Asthma is a chronic respiratory disease that involves episodes of tightening of the muscles around the airways in the lungs, swelling of the bronchial tubes (inflammation), and increased mucus production. What can trigger asthma? A variety of factors can trigger an asthma episode or attack, such as viral infections, allergens (like pollen and dust mites), irritants (like second-hand smoke and air pollution), and other factors (such as stress).

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ASTHMA IN GEORGIA

In Georgia 10% of children ages 0-17 and 8% of adults have current asthma. In Georgia between 2006 and 2010 Asthma caused more than 52,000 emergency room (ER) visits and 10,000 hospitalizations annually. Thirty-eight percent (38%) of Adults and 29% of children are not using their prescribed medications for asthma. ER visitation rates are the highest among Georgia children with current asthma who are between 0-4 years old. ER visit rates decrease as age increases.

Fifty-eight percent (58%) of school-aged children missed one or more days of school in the past 12 months due to asthma.

Sixty-two percent (62%) of school aged children have asthma medication at school.

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What to Know About Your Child’s Asthma

What to Look for Recommendations

Does my child have allergies? Allergic rhinitis — stuffiness, itching of the nose Allergic conjunctivitis — red, itchy, watery eyes Food allergies Atopic dermatitis: red, itchy, dry skin (eczema)

Many children with asthma also have allergies. Asthma symptoms can be triggered by these allergies. See an allergist Take an allergy test

Does my child have Exercise-Induced Asthma (EIA)?

Shortness of breath Wheezing/coughing Chest tightness or pain during exercise Fatigue during exercise

Administer reliever medication right before exercise or vigorous play

Seek immediate medical treatment if your child has worsening symptoms

Does my child have an Asthma Action Plan?

It provides instruction for addressing asthma based on geographic location, determining what medicines should be used, and how to manage an asthma episode

Ask your healthcare provider for one OR

Download a copy and take it to your healthcare provider*

Do you know the different types of asthma medications?

Controller Medications Taken daily can reduce swelling and mucus in

the airways Taken by those diagnosed with persistent asthma Reliever Medications Taken when experiencing asthma symptoms Relaxes muscles around the airway All children with asthma should have this type

of medication

The Asthma Action Plan provided by your child’s healthcare provider will describe the medicines your child needs and when he/she needs to take them

Do you know the child’s triggers and symptoms?

Common Triggers: Smoke, weather changes, cockroaches, food allergies Common Symptoms: Coughing, wheezing, shortness of breath, tiredness

Ways to reduce asthma triggers: Do not allow smoking in your home Fix leaky faucets Use a damp cloth to wipe away dust from surfaces Respond to all asthma symptoms seriously because

they differ from one child to the next

Asthma Recommendations for Parents

*Download Your Asthma Action Plan: http://www.nhlbi.nih.gov/health/public/lung/asthma/asthma_actplan.pdf

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Asthma Clinics Clayton County Board of Health Children’s Medical Services

1117 Battle Creek Rd Jonesboro, GA 30236 (678) 610-7345

Services for children with special medical needs/concerns Asthma-eligible diagnosis Uninsured clients can receive medications, supplies,

asthma plan (school age), asthma education, and referrals to specialty providers

www.claytoncountypublichealth.org ZAP Asthma Consortium, Inc.

(404) 658-6376 Educational programs and in-home environmental

information Serves metro Atlanta

www.zapasthma.org Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta at Hughes Spalding

35 Jesse Hill Jr. Drive Atlanta, GA 30303 (404) 785-9500

Asthma specialty clinic Management plan of care Expert pediatric staff/24 hour availability Insurance/Medicaid providers/uninsured accepted

www.choa.org

Georgia Pediatric Pulmonary Associates 1100 Lake Hearn Drive, Suite 450 Atlanta, GA 30342 (404) 252-7339 Specializes in treatment of asthma Asthma education and asthma management Insurance/Medicaid providers accepted

www.gppa.net Atlanta Allergy & Asthma Clinic

6584 Professional Place Suite A Riverdale, GA 30274 (770) 996-1524 Specialized in treatment of asthma Asthma education and management www.atlantaallergy.com

West End Medical Centers

868 York Avenue SW Atlanta, Georgia 30311 (404) 752-1400 Asthma management & care Medical & dental care Insurance/Medicaid providers/uninsured accepted

www.wemc.org

Good Samaritan Health Center 1015 Donald Lee Hollowell Parkway Atlanta, GA (404) 523-6571 Asthma management (adults and children) Numerous services/multiple sites Insurance/Medicaid providers/uninsured accepted

www.goodsamatlanta.org

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Asthma Programs American Lung Association

(800) 586-4872 American Lung Association in Georgia 2452 Spring Road Smyrna, Georgia 30080 770-434-5864

Serves metro Atlanta Asthma Camp - “Camp Breathe Easy” Pamphlets and educational materials on

asthma management, treatment and equipment

Fact sheets and patient information for adults and children

Educational programs www.lungga.org

Not One More Life 4514 Chamblee Dunwoody Road Ste. # 463 Atlanta, GA 30338 (404) 547-1463 (855) 827-8462

Partners with communities of faith to pro-vide asthma education

Operates in 13 metro counties www.notonemorelife.org

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Camp Breathe Easy (404) 231-9887 Ext 235

Six day, five overnight camp for children ages 7-13 with asthma. Traditional summer camp under medical professional attention.

www.campbreatheeasy.org Georgia Asthma Control Program 2 Peachtree Street Atlanta, Georgia 30303 www.livehealthygeorgia.com/peopleasthma.shtml

Hands of Hope Clinic

1010 Hospital Drive Building B Stockbridge, Georgia 30281 (770) 507-1344

Volunteer physicians, dentists & nurses Expert basic medical care Emergency dental Located on site at Henry Medical Center Provides diagnostic services and specialty referral services Prescription assistance

www.handsofhopeclinic.org

Hope Health Clinic 409 W. Solomon Street Griffin, Georgia 30223 Medical: 678-688-8700 Dental: 678-688-8810

Complete exams & follow ups as needed General medical care Referrals to specialists as needed Medical records management for disability claims Non-emergency medical treatment for the Spalding County

diversion center Provides medication as needed and prescription assistance

www.hopehealthclinic.com

Fayette C.A.R.E. Clinic Inc. 1260 Highway 54 West, Suite 101 Fayetteville, Georgia 30214 (770) 719-4620

Basic health screening Primary medical, dental, vision, & physical therapy Prescriptions Health education Referrals to other services

www.fayettecareclinic.com

Additional Resources Clinics The Georgia Free Clinic Network 1015 Donald Lee Hollowell Pkwy. Suite 201 Atlanta, Georgia 30318

(678) 553-4939 Aims to help improve access to quality healthcare for the

medically underserved across the state Available clinics are found on their website by entering a

city or zip code www.gfcn.org

Riley Medical Center

c/o First Baptist Church of Jonesboro 147 Church Street Jonesboro, Georgia 30236 (770) 471-0441

Patient assistance program Primary medical care Spanish/English Staff Programs/services for children and adults

www.fbcjonesboro.com/666671

The Good Shepherd Clinic 6392 Murphy Drive 30260 Morrow, Georgia (770) 968-1310

Primary medical care Health education Medical assistance program

www.godshep.org

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Additional Resources Food Pantries

** To find a pantry in your area see website www.feedmypeople.biz to obtain a listing

Feed My People, Inc.

6045 N. Henry Blvd., Suite C Stockbridge, GA 30281 (678) 565-7800

Needed: picture ID, Proof of residence, Social Security card/Birth certificate

Serves Clayton and Henry Counties www.feedmypeople.biz

Feed the Hungry Foundation

1440 Dutch Valley Place Atlanta, GA 30324 (770) 980-1550

No documents required (deliveries on Saturday) Serves 13 Metro Atlanta Counties

www.feedthehungryfoundation.com Hearts to Nourish Hope

640 Highway 138 SW Riverdale, GA 30274 (770) 997-4511

Needed: Picture ID, Social Security Card, proof of residence or lease

Serves Clayton, Fayette, Fulton, Henry To receive assistance from the food pantry, please

call the United Way at 211 to receive a referral www.heartstonourishhope.org

Salvation Army

(770) 603-6258 130 Spring Street Jonesboro, GA 30236

Emergency food and sheltering assistance for families www.claytoncollab.org www.salvationarmy.org

Rent and Utilities Samaritans and Together for Clayton County Metro West GLRS

Rose Garden School 1870 Teasley Drive, SE Smyrna, GA 30080 (770) 432-2404

Open Fridays only Can’t receive Section 8 clients paying less than

$150.00 for their own rent. www.glrs.org

Sullivan Center

643 Dill Avenue SW Atlanta, GA 30310-4313 (404) 753-0531

Utility assistance in Clayton county Must have been in house/apt for at

least 4 months www.thesullivancenter.org

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Additional Resources General Clayton County Extension Services

1262 Government Circle Jonesboro, GA 30236 (770) 473-3945

Call for info on parenting classes and the continuing education class schedule

www.caes.uga.edu/extension/clayton/ Clayton County Community Services Authority

1000 Main St. Forest Park, GA 30298 (404) 363-0575

Employment counseling Emergency short-term financial assistance Resources referrals to families/individuals with crisis

situations Child care services (2-5 years old) and after school

programs (3-5 years old) Head Start program Must be employed with proof of income www.claytoncountycsa.org

United Way 211 United Way of Greater Atlanta 1000 Edgewood Ave Atlanta, Georgia 30303 404-527-7200

Dial 211 to connect to many resources An online searchable database of services in

metropolitan Atlanta http://www.unitedwayatlanta.org

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Georgia Division of Family and Children Services 2 Peachtree Street NW Suite 18-486 Atlanta, Georgia 30303

(404) 651-9361 Investigates child abuse Finds foster homes for abused and neglected children Helps low income, out-of-work parents get back on their feet Assists with childcare costs for low income parents who are

working or in job training Provides numerous support services and innovative programs

to help troubled families. www.dfcs.dhr.georgia.gov

Clayton County Department of Family and Children Services

877 Battle Creek Rd. Jonesboro, GA 30236 Main Office (770)473-2300 Social Services (770) 603-4600

Adoption, Child and Adult protective services Assistance with childcare fees for public assistance

recipients and the income-eligible Foster care/ foster parenting Applications accepted daily. www.claytoncountyga.gov

Clayton County Public Schools 1058 Fifth Ave. Jonesboro, GA 30236 (770) 473-2700

*Note: This Directory includes resources referenced in the Clayton County Human Services Directory, Clayton Cares: www.claytoncountyga.gov/services/clayton-cares-directory.aspx

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The Clayton County Board of Health 1117 Battle Creek Road

Jonesboro, GA 30236

(678) 610-7199

Website: www.claytoncountypublichealth.org

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