Find how to get assistance in all cities and counties in Georgia, including Atlanta and Augusta. In addition to the assistance programs offered by the state of Georgia that you will find below, there are organizations and charities that can provide additional help. More.
Assistance Programs
Rent Assistance From Housing Choice Voucher Program
This is an assistance program that helps low income families and individuals with paying rent, and works with them to rent decent and safe dwelling units in the private rental market. The program helps maintain their rent payments at an affordable amount. (888) 858-6085. Find additional help with rent.
After School Services
Available for youth ages 6 through 19. The majority of youth served in this program come from low-and moderate income families. The primary components of after school and summer programs include academic enrichment activities, physical activity, health education, and teen employment opportunities.
PeachCare for Kids
This is a low cost or free health insurance program for children up to age of 19 to help families pay for medical bills and health care expenses. This plan is free for children under age six. 1-877-GA-PEACH
Subsidized Child Care - Childcare and Parent Services (CAPS)
This assistance program will help Georgia families pay for early childhood and school age care programs, and help pay for child care bills. State subsidized care is available for kids from the age birth to age 13, or up to age 18 if the children has special needs. 1-800-869-1150
Georgia Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF)
This is the monthly cash assistance grant program intended for poor families with children under age 18. 1-800-869-1150
Medicaid
Medicaid is an aid program that will provide health care services to families and individuals that meet the requirements for income, citizenship, and resources.
Resources to Deal With Debts and Credit Services
A number of organizations can help residents try to reduce or get out of debt. Some programs are free or offered at a minimal fee. More on Georgia credit counseling.
Georgia Foreclosure Aid and Mortgage Help
Georgia has a foreclosure program that assist families with the foreclosure process. More.
In addition, find a listing of non-profit organizations in Georgia that are HUD approved, and that may be able to offer additional mortgage and foreclosure prevention solutions. Read more.
Free Legal Tips and Counseling
If you are a Georgia resident and have a civil case that you need legal advice for, there are ways to get help with your troubles. Click here to read more on legal assistance.
Georgia Food Stamp
This program will provides monthly benefits to low-income households that need help, and it will assist them with paying for the cost of food. A household may be a family, one person living alone, or several, unrelated individuals who are living together who routinely purchase and prepare their meals together. Anyone may apply for food stamp benefits. This aid program will help households that have limited resources and income. 1-800-869-1150
Low Cost or Free Health Care
Find information on clinics and other medical centers that provide health care to the low income and others. These are in addition to programs you can find in your county. Learn more on Georgia community clinics.
Dental care is also offered by other centers. Numerous services may be offered, including cleaning and preventative care, from free Georgia dental clinics. Read more.
Food Banks and Pantries
Numerous clinics and distribution centers operate across Georgia. They may be able to provide free or low cost food and groceries to the needy and low income. Click here.
