Homeless Assistance in Georgia

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Need help right now? Call 2-1-1 — free 24/7 helpline connects you to local shelters and services in Georgia within minutes.

Emergency Housing & Shelter

Immediate options for Georgia residents who need a safe place to stay tonight.

Emergency Shelters

Find available shelter beds tonight across Georgia. Call 211 for real-time availability and directions to the nearest open shelter in your area.

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Family & Youth Shelters

Specialized shelters for families with children and unaccompanied youth in Georgia. Safe environments with case management and wraparound support.

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Veterans Emergency Housing

Dedicated emergency housing for Georgia veterans. HUD-VASH vouchers and VA-funded supportive services are available statewide. Call 1-877-4AID-VET.

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Federal Assistance Programs

Federal programs available to eligible Georgia residents regardless of city or county.

HUD Continuum of Care

Primary federal program organizing housing and services for homeless individuals in Georgia. CoC regions provide transitional and permanent supportive housing.

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Emergency Solutions Grants

Funds emergency shelters, street outreach, homeless prevention, and rapid re-housing. Georgia receives federal ESG funding distributed through local providers.

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Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8)

Rental assistance vouchers for very low-income families, elderly, and disabled individuals. Apply through your local Georgia Public Housing Authority.

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HUD-VASH (Veterans)

Combines Section 8 housing vouchers with VA supportive services for veterans experiencing homelessness. Available across multiple Georgia locations.

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PATH Program (Mental Health)

Outreach, case management, and mental health support for homeless individuals. Operated through Georgia community mental health centers statewide.

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SNAP Food Assistance

Helps low-income Georgia residents buy food. Apply at your local benefits office. No permanent address required to apply.

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Georgia State Programs

Programs funded or operated specifically by Georgia for residents experiencing homelessness.

Georgia Housing Voucher Program

State-administered rental assistance and housing voucher programs providing affordable housing options for low-income and homeless Georgia residents.

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TANF – Georgia

Temporary cash assistance for Georgia families with children. Apply through the Division of Family and Children Services at any county DFCS office.

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Georgia Medicaid

Health coverage for eligible low-income Georgians. Apply at gateway.ga.gov. Covers pregnant women, children, elderly, and disabled individuals.

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Georgia Housing Programs

Georgia Department of Community Affairs provides affordable housing resources, rental assistance, and housing grants for low-income Georgia residents.

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Georgia Workforce & Employment

Free job training, resume help, and career placement through Georgia’s Workforce Development programs. Find your nearest office at the link below.

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LIHEAP Energy Assistance

Helps low-income Georgia households pay heating and cooling bills. Distributed through local community action agencies. Call 211 to find your provider.

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Local Resources by City

Major Georgia cities with dedicated homeless services and housing authorities.

Atlanta

Partners for Home — homeless services, shelter placement, and housing assistance for Atlanta area residents experiencing homelessness.

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Savannah

Union Mission Ministries — emergency shelter, transitional housing, and rapid re-housing services for individuals and families in the Savannah area.

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Augusta

Augusta CoC — housing resources, case management, and emergency assistance for Augusta area residents experiencing homelessness.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about getting homeless assistance in Georgia.

Call 2-1-1 — free 24/7 helpline that connects you to available shelter beds in Georgia near you in minutes. Available in English and Spanish. You can also text your zip code to 898-211 or visit 211.org.

No. You do not need a permanent address to apply for most benefits in Georgia. You can use a shelter address, a P.O. box, or a mail service address. Georgia benefit workers are trained to assist people without permanent housing in applying for SNAP, Medicaid, and cash assistance.

Yes. Georgia has strong programs for homeless veterans including:

HUD-VASH — Section 8 vouchers specifically for veterans with VA case management
SSVF — Rapid re-housing and prevention for veteran families
Georgia Veterans Housing — Affordable housing and support for Georgia veterans

Call 1-877-4AID-VET to speak with a VA homeless specialist.

Rapid re-housing (RRH) helps homeless individuals move quickly into permanent housing with short-term rental assistance (3–12 months) plus case management. There are no universal income requirements — priority goes to those with greatest need. Call 211 and ask specifically for rapid re-housing in Georgia.

Apply at Georgia’s Medicaid portal or visit any local benefits office. You do not need a permanent address. Medicaid covers doctor visits, hospital care, prescriptions, mental health services, and more at little or no cost.

Assistance by State

Select a state to view its specific homeless assistance programs and resources.

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