Our Story
FOCUS was founded in August 1983 by parents seeking support for themselves and for their children with rare genetic illnesses. It quickly grew from a small living-room support group into an organization with innovative programs for both parents and children with developmental and physical disabilities. After 40 years of growth and two mergers, FOCUS now provides services for more than 4,500 Georgia families.
40 Years of Focus
1983
Founders Susan & Jim Calhoun and Lynne & Jim Conboy start FOCUS
1987
FOCUS hosts the first Annual Education Conference
1994
FOCUS offers the first Camp Hollywood
1999
FOCUS hosts the first Family Camp
2007
FOCUS offers the first Camp Infinity
2009
FOCUS merges with Kool Kidz and starts Camp TEAM and FAST Fins
2017
FOCUS merges with Fragile Kids and starts offering loaned and granted equipment
2023
FOCUS celebrates 40 years of service to children with disabilities and their families