ROCK SPRING, Ga. (September 20, 2021) – The Jimmy Simpson Foundation, an organization dedicated to providing exceptional care to the traumatic brain injury community, has postponed to April 2022 its first annual Clay Shoot, which had been set to take place October 14-15. “We were holding out hope that we would be able to still have this wonderful event next month, however, out of an abundance of caution, we want to do our part to protect all of the members of our community due to the coronavirus upswing in the Tennessee Valley. The date change just means that we will have to wait a little longer, but we are still very excited and looking forward to our first annual Clay Shoot,” said Vickie Hodge, CEO of the Jimmy Simpson Foundation. Proceeds from the event will go towards the foundation’s capital campaign, Foundations for the Future, which is aimed at expanding its Safehaven facility in Walker County, Ga., from 12 to 18 beds to accommodate the rising need for resources for traumatic brain injured and ventilator-dependent individuals in the Chattanooga area. The expanded facility will increase in size to approximately 31,000 square feet, with 28,000 square feet being dedicated to direct services. “Every single person who contributes to this event is helping us change lives. By moving the date of the Clay Shoot out a bit, we are able to extend the window for businesses to sign up as sponsors. This also gives participants a chance to continue working on their shooting before they show off their skills in the tournament. We will announce information at a later date,” said Hodge.

Newly appointed Program Administrator Becky Plemmons, RN, has introduced Safehaven residents to activities such as fishing excursions, water balloons, and other activities designed to stimulate the brain and help them grow.

Proceeds from the Annual Jimmy Simpson Foundation Golf Tournament at the Lafayette Golf Course will help to fund a 31,000 square foot expansion from 12 to 24 beds.

Proceeds from the event help the Foundations for the Future campaign, which is aimed at expanding the foundation’s Safehaven facility in Walker County, Georgia.

Having served the traumatic brain injury community since 1998, the foundation has its sights set on growing its Safehaven facility to accommodate additional residents in the future.

Funds raised via event sponsorships will support the Foundations for the Future campaign, which is aimed at expanding the foundation’s Safehaven facility in North Georgia.

The experienced doctor’s contributions will help the North Georgia long-term care facility continue to achieve its mission of providing residents with an exceptional level of care for years to come.

Funds raised will support the non-profit’s capital campaign focused on expanding its current facilities.

The non-profit joined some of its closest friends to reflect on its past accomplishments and look forward to what lies ahead.