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Spring in the Garden!

March 20, 2015 by Dorothy Thomas Leave a Comment

Spring in the Garden!

The community garden beds at SWAG Family Resource Center are ready for spring!  Bob, one of our many dedicated volunteers, has been preparing the beds for planting.  Yesterday we excitedly watched as several neighborhood children spontaneously asked to help and became involved in the planting process.  We are looking forward to providing fresh produce to […]

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The SW Health Clinic is OPEN!!!

March 17, 2015 by Dorothy Thomas Leave a Comment

The SW Health Clinic is OPEN!!!

On March 16, 2015 SWAG marked another milestone in its history –  The Grand Opening of the SW Health Clinic.  It was a wonderful day full of speakers, food and fun, and it was such a great example of what we can accomplish when we put our minds to it.  We hope this clinic issues […]

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Painting the SW Health Clinic

February 16, 2015 by Dorothy Thomas Leave a Comment

Painting the SW Health Clinic

The inside of the clinic is almost complete, and now the outside is starting to look much better as well!  Many thanks to Deacon International Painting, Beta Pi Charities, Inc. (Project Manhood 2015- Youth Group), Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc. and UF’s Florida Alternative Breaks groups for spending their Valentine’s Day painting the exterior of […]

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The SW Health Clinic Set to Open Soon!!!

February 8, 2015 by Dorothy Thomas Leave a Comment

The SW Health Clinic Set to Open Soon!!!

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The SW Health Clinic is Almost Finished!!!!

January 23, 2015 by Dorothy Thomas Leave a Comment

The SW Health Clinic is Almost Finished!!!!

The SW Health Clinic is going to be opening soon! Here is a sneak peak of what it looks like inside.  This is the beginning of the dental area, and each one of theses bays will house a dental chair, xray machines, etc. to perform a basic dental exam.  There is also an enclosed dental […]

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Meet our new interns!

January 17, 2015 by Dorothy Thomas Leave a Comment

Meet our new interns!

Several students from the University of Florida are completing internships and practicums at SWAG Family Resource Center!  Today Health Education and Behavior Interns are developing curriculum for students in the After School Enrichment program during which the students will learn about different body parts and systems and how to take care of their bodies through […]

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Happy Holidays at SWAG!

December 19, 2014 by Dorothy Thomas Leave a Comment

Happy Holidays at SWAG!

SWAG Family Resource Center has been busy this holiday season.  We assisted families by providing over 200 children with gifts from Toys for Tots and many generous donors.  We culminated our work at a holiday dinner complete with fun crafts and a visit from Santa! Thank you to the many donors, volunteers, organizations, and businesses […]

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Happy Holidays At SWAG!

December 16, 2014 by Dorothy Thomas Leave a Comment

Happy Holidays At SWAG!

SWAG Family Resource Center is excited to have its very first Christmas tree!  We hoped for a tree and, just a few short hours after making our hope known, one showed up!  Donations of lights, bows, ornaments, candy canes, and a tree skirt arrived from various individuals and organizations.  Students in the After School Enrichment […]

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Dinner with the Deputies

November 10, 2014 by Dorothy Thomas Leave a Comment

Dinner with the Deputies

Alachua County Sheriff’s Office (ACSO) recently hosted Dinner with the Deputies at SWAG Family Resource Center. Approximately 75 patrons and over 20 law enforcement officers were present. Deputies interacted with children and their parents over dinner. Additionally, ACSO donated books that were given to the children in attendance. Everyone enjoyed the evening! We appreciate all […]

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SW Health Clinic Progress

November 10, 2014 by Dorothy Thomas Leave a Comment

SW Health Clinic Progress

It is so exciting to drive by the future SW Health Clinic every day and see workers there! Since not everyone has the chance to ride by there, I asked CPPI to provide me with some pictures to show everyone what things look like on the inside right now. We are well into the demo […]

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Meetings

  • Community dinners are held monthly. Please check calendar for times & dates.
  • SWAG Board Meetings meetings are held on the 2nd Friday of the month from 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. at our SWAG Family Resource Center.

Address

SWAG Family Resource Center
807 SW 64th Terrace
(Linton Oaks neighborhood)
Gainesville, FL 32607
(352) 505-6823

SW Health Clinic
816 SW 64th Terrace
(Linton Oaks neighborhood)
Gainesville, FL 32607
(352)225-4320 (352)225-4320
For dental: (352)334-8839

CHILD Center
820 SW 62nd Terrace
(Linton Oaks neighborhood)
Gainesville, FL 32607
(352)519-1345

Event Calendar

For the Resource Center Events Calendar, click here.

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Meet the Southwest Advocacy Group!

SWAG is a community-based organization that strives to improve the living conditions, educational opportunities, health, and quality of life for residents in the Tower Road corridor, just west of I-75 in the 32607 zip code. read more

SWAG on NPR


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Additional videos on our Media page.

Meetings

  • Community dinners are held monthly. Please check calendar for times & dates.
  • SWAG Board Meetings meetings are held on the 2nd Friday of the month from 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 am at our SWAG Family Resource Center. These meetings are closed, but if you would like to add an item to the agenda, feel free to contact us.

Address

SWAG Family Resource Center
807 SW 64th Terrace
(Linton Oaks neighborhood)
Gainesville, FL 32607
(352) 505-6823

Stay Informed

Join our mailing list to receive updates on our progress and upcoming events.

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