Community Resource Center

Immediate danger — police, fire, medical.

Free, confidential social-services helpline — housing, food, utilities, healthcare, and more.

Text HOME to 741741 for free, 24/7 crisis support.

Report trafficking or get help. Operated by the Georgia Bureau of Investigation.

24/7 confidential support, crisis intervention, and referrals.

Text HELP or INFO to 233733 for trafficking support.

Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program — help paying heating and cooling bills.

Free home energy efficiency improvements for income-eligible households.

Local community action agencies providing utility, housing, and basic-needs assistance.

Rental assistance, affordable housing programs, and homelessness resources.

Call 211 to be connected with local emergency shelter and housing assistance.

Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program — apply through Georgia DFCS.

Food pantry locator and hunger-relief resources across metro Atlanta and north Georgia.

Call 211 to find local food pantries, meal programs, and emergency food assistance.

Apply for Medicaid, SNAP, TANF, CAPS, and other state benefits.

SSI, SSDI, Medicare, and Social Security benefits.

Free civil legal help for low-income Georgians outside metro Atlanta.

Free civil legal services for low-income residents of metro Atlanta.

Civil liberties legal resources and advocacy. Listed as a resource organization; formal GMCS partnership not confirmed.

Know-your-rights resources, legal referrals, and civil liberties advocacy.

Federal civil rights complaints and resources.

Advocacy, resources, and support for Georgians with developmental disabilities.

ADA information, guidance, and technical assistance for the Southeast region.

Apply for Medicaid health coverage through Georgia Gateway.

Federally Qualified Health Centers providing low-cost primary care statewide.

GMCS guides for navigating Georgia's medical cannabis program.

Free, confidential crisis support — call or text 988.

Mental health education, support groups, and advocacy.

Georgia Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities — crisis services and treatment.

VA healthcare, benefits, and services for Georgia veterans.

State veterans benefits, claims assistance, and services.

GMCS veteran-focused medical cannabis education and advocacy.

Metro Atlanta Rapid Transit Authority — bus and rail service.

Free rides to medical appointments for eligible Medicaid recipients.

Job search, unemployment insurance, and workforce development.

Job training, placement, and career services.

State-funded financial aid for Georgia students.

Free adult literacy, GED, and workforce education programs.

Child welfare, foster care, adoption, and family support services.

Respite care and support services for family caregivers.

24/7 confidential support — call, text, or chat.

Statewide network of domestic violence programs and shelters.

How to get your card, qualifying conditions, access locations, and safety information.

National patient advocacy organization. GMCS is a state affiliate.

Georgia cannabis legislation, bill tracker, and advocacy alerts.

Take action on Georgia cannabis legislation.

National cannabis patient advocacy tools and resources.

Official Georgia state government portal.

Georgia state legislature — bills, legislators, and session information.

Find federal benefit programs you may be eligible for.

Official U.S. government information and services.