Because of the coronavirus, the financial pressure on households has been enormous.
Thankfully, there are those that are willing to help.
This crisis has brought many of us to the point of fracture. From job loss to healthcare fears to scarcity of food at grocery stores, it has seemingly been one fear following another. Add to that the very real concern of missing rent payments and utility bills, and it just feels like the world is collapsing underneath us. Fortunately, there are many in our community who were designed to help in just such a time as this.
You will find several agencies below that have programs to help with both rent and unpaid utility bills. They are all receiving a greater than normal demand, and they are each working to expand their capacity to address this crisis in the short-term. Check with each of them to find out which is the right fit for your needs and your situation.
United Way’s 2-1-1
2-1-1 is an up-to-the-minute resource service for the Chattahoochee Valley. They catalogue all available resources for individuals, families, and nonprofits in our community, providing an easy-to-use, searchable platform to find what you need when you need it, 24 hours a day. There are three easy ways to connect, so what are you waiting for? Text 898-211 from your cell phone, dial 2-1-1 from your phone, or click here to check out their website.
