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The Diabetes Foundation of Georgia, Inc. recently celebrated the opening of its first office. The new office is located at the 19th Hole Plaza in Suite 205 - C, Blairsville , Ga.

Bob Taylor, President and Founder of the Foundation, was joined by family, friends, and members of the community to participate in the Ribbon Cutting Ceremony.

The Blairsville/Union County Chamber of Commerce's representative gave Bob a big pair of scissors to cut the ribbon. He said, "I appreciate everyone coming today. I want to especially thank Charles Jenkins. He is pushing a bill through the House that will get participating diabetics a special tag. The bill will also allow diabetics to have a star on their license to identify their condition in case of an emergency situation."

Rep. Jenkins told a story about finding a woman on the side of the road. She was slipping into a diabetic coma when Jenkins called 911. The paramedics saved her life. Many guests had stories like this to tell.

Taylor added, "It costs less than 10% of our funds to run this agency. I want to stress that all of the dollars we receive stay in Georgia ." Taylor has already helped his first client. A young man was referred by DFCS and Taylor helped him to get the correct medicines. "What a reward it was to see this young man's life improve."

Glenda Taylor, Bob's wife, is Co-Founder of the organization. She offered everyone food and orange juice, "Just in case your blood sugar drops!"

The Diabetes Foundation of Georgia is a great addition to our community. Local people are proud to have the Foundation's headquarters located in Union County.

See photos of the Diabetes Foundation Golf Tournament