A neighbor behind the directory

About Mark

I’m Mark Rosenthal, and Griffin has always been home to me.

Multiple Sclerosis changed my life in a major way. It eventually took the use of my right side, forced me to leave work and go on disability, took away my ability to drive, and left me mostly homebound.

But it didn’t take away my purpose.

Because I know what it feels like to struggle and need help, I started using my computer skills and my knowledge of Griffin to connect local people with information and resources that can make a real difference.

I run large Facebook discussion groups serving Griffin and Spalding County, and I created Mark Helps Griffin to help people find food assistance, medical care, disability resources, jobs, transportation, housing help, emergency assistance, and other local services.

I’ve also worked to support FODAC and other disability causes, help people locate wheelchairs and medical equipment, and put useful resources in front of families who might never find them otherwise.

Helping others gives my life purpose. Everything I do comes from my love for Griffin and my desire to give back to the community I’ve always called home.

— Mark Rosenthal