Emergency Housing Assistance for Homeless Georgia: Georgia offers a variety of emergency housing assistance programs and resources to support homeless individuals and families. Below is a summary of the main services and organizations that can provide immediate assistance:
Georgia Department of Community Affairs (DCA)
DCA administers various programs aimed at preventing homelessness and facilitating rapid rehousing. Through the Continuum of Care (CoC) network, assistance is offered statewide. Those seeking help can contact their local CoC for support.
Georgia Rental Assistance Program
This program offers financial assistance to eligible individuals struggling to pay rent or utilities, thereby preventing eviction and homelessness. Assistance is provided directly to landlords and service providers on behalf of tenants.
United Way 2-1-1
By calling 2-1-1, people can access free and confidential information about emergency housing, food assistance, employment resources, medical care, and counseling services throughout Georgia.
Emergency Housing Vouchers (EHVs)
In response to the American Rescue Plan Act, the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) provided 70,000 Housing Choice Vouchers to local Public Housing Authorities (PHAs), including Atlanta Housing, to assist individuals and families experiencing homelessness, at risk of homelessness, or fleeing domestic violence.
BCM Georgia
Based in Atlanta, BCM Georgia focuses on preventing homelessness and promoting economic empowerment through emergency assistance, supported housing, and financial education programs.
Open Doors Atlanta
This organization helps people experiencing homelessness find housing solutions. Those in need can contact them directly for support.
Saint Vincent de Paul, Georgia (SVDP Georgia)
Offers emergency housing assistance to prevent homelessness by providing rental or mortgage assistance to families in crisis. SVDP Georgia
Georgia Alliance for the Homeless (GAEH)
Through its GAP program, GAEH provides emergency financial assistance, including temporary housing, to individuals in need of one-time relief to achieve greater housing stability.
Official Links:
Homeless Assistance – Click Here
HUD Housing – Click Here
HOPE Atlanta – Click Here
Homelessness Alliance – Click Here
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