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Program helps young adults with mental illness gain independence

Jenna Parmer, of Avita Community Partners emerging adult support services, right, and chief operating officer Cathy Ganter meet Tuesday morning, Feb. 13, 2018, at their Flowery Branch offices. Avita received funding to launch an “emerging adult” program to serve individuals 16-26 years old with a diagnosed mental illness, sometimes coupled with a substance abuse problem. - photo by Scott Rogers

02142018 UPWARD 1.jpg — Jenna Parmer, of Avita Community Partners emerging adult support services, right, and chief operating officer Cathy Ganter meet Tuesday morning, Feb. 13, 2018, at their Flowery Branch offices. Avita received funding to launch an “emerging adult” program to serve individuals 16-26 years old with a diagnosed mental illness, sometimes coupled with a substance abuse problem. - photo by Scott Rogers

The time between ages 16 and 26 brings great transition in young people’s lives.