EXIT INTERVIEW A conversation about 20 years of public service in North Fulton Liz Hausmann, Former Fulton County Commissioner Pat Fox, Appen Media Group Managing Editor
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American Legion Post celebrates 75 years ► PAGE 3
Rotary Club fights human trafficking ► PAGE 4
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Firefighter/paramedic Derek Hofmann coordinates Milton Fire CARES, or Community Advocates for Referral and Education Services. The program was launched in December 2021 and has seen a big jump in patient numbers — from a dozen residents at its start to more than 80 enrolled.
Milton’s free healthcare service set for upgrade By AMBER PERRY amber@appenmedia.com MILTON, Ga. — In the year since its launch, Milton’s free CARES program that assists residents with health needs has increased its client base seven-fold. Milton Fire Community Advocates
for Referral and Education Services rolled out in December 2021 and began with 12 patients. Now, the CARES team, consisting of Milton firefighter/paramedic Derek Hofmann and five part-timers, services more than 80 patients. The patient-centered program is intended to bridge the gap between
emergency and everyday health needs. “It’s not all that crazy stuff that you see on the TV,” Hofmann said. “It’s more about, ‘Hey, let’s get you what you need. Let’s really help you become independent and get to the point that you’re able to live by yourself.”
See CARES, Page 24
Outdoor market brings taste of summer ► PAGE 7
SPONSORED January Education Section ► PAGES 11-21