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Adoption
An Open Door Adoption Agency
Licensed adoption agency serving birth parents and adoptive families. Toll-free: (800) 868-6339.
- 218 E. Jackson St., Thomasville, GA 31792
- (229) 228-6339
- Website (opens in a new tab)
Bethany Christian Services — Georgia
Christian agency offering adoption, foster care, pregnancy counseling and family support, with offices around Georgia (Savannah: (912) 414-8130).
- 6645 Peachtree Dunwoody Rd. NE, Atlanta, GA 30328
- (770) 455-7111
- Website (opens in a new tab)
Families First
Adoption, foster care and parenting support, including help and training for adoptive, kinship and foster parents.
- 80 Joseph E. Lowery Blvd. NW, Atlanta, GA 30314
- (404) 853-2844
- Website (opens in a new tab)
Lifeline Children's Services — Georgia
Christian adoption, foster care and pregnancy support agency with offices in Athens and Atlanta.
Wellroot Family Services
Foster care, family support and Healthy Families home visiting.
- 1967 Lakeside Pkwy., Suite 400, Tucker, GA 30084
- (404) 327-5820
- questions@wellroot.org
- Website (opens in a new tab)
AdoptUSKids — Georgia
StatewideHow to foster or adopt in Georgia, with state contacts and support services, from the national AdoptUSKids project.
Georgia Adoption Reunion Registry
StatewideHelps adult adoptees, birth parents and adult siblings reconnect with consent, and provides non-identifying information from sealed adoption records.
Georgia Center for Resources & Support
StatewideThe state-contracted post-adoption resource center (run by Families First): help finding resources, support groups and training for adoptive, guardianship and kinship families.
Georgia DFCS — Foster Care & Adoption
StatewideThe state's foster care and adoption program. Call 1-877-210-KIDS to learn how to foster or adopt.
Free / Subsidized Childcare
Sheltering Arms Early Education & Family Centers
Early education, Pre-K and Head Start at centers across metro Atlanta.
YMCA of Metro Atlanta — Early Learning & Head Start
Free Head Start and Early Head Start and other early learning centers across metro Atlanta.
- Atlanta, GA
- (404) 420-5800
- Website (opens in a new tab)
Georgia Head Start Association (Find a Program)
StatewideFree Head Start and Early Head Start for eligible families: find the program serving your county with the online locator.
Head Start & Early Head Start
NationwideFree preschool, child care and family support for eligible families. Find a program near you online or by phone (Mon–Fri 8–6 ET).
Churches / Baby Closets
Choices Pregnancy Care Center
Free pregnancy help, available by phone 24/7, plus STI testing.
- 225 Forrest Ave., Gainesville, GA 30501
- (770) 535-1245
- Website (opens in a new tab)
Hope Pregnancy Resource Center
Practical help for unexpected pregnancies, single parents and families in need. Tuesdays and Thursdays.
- 1747 N. Elm St., Commerce, GA 30529
- (706) 335-0025
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Monroe County Pregnancy Center
Free pregnancy help and family support since 1999.
- 562 N. Lee St., Forsyth, GA 31029
- (478) 994-3173
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Pregnancy Aid Clinic
Free pregnancy tests and support, including a mobile clinic that visits Atlanta, Marietta, Hapeville and Morrow.
- Atlanta, GA
- (404) 763-4357
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Skylark Clinic
Free pregnancy tests, ultrasounds and sexual-health care in coastal Georgia.
- 3548 Community Rd., Brunswick, GA
- (912) 267-1100
- Website (opens in a new tab)
Clothing / Supplies
Pregnancy Aid Clinic
Free pregnancy tests and support, including a mobile clinic that visits Atlanta, Marietta, Hapeville and Morrow.
- Atlanta, GA
- (404) 763-4357
- Website (opens in a new tab)
Skylark Clinic
Free pregnancy tests, ultrasounds and sexual-health care in coastal Georgia.
- 3548 Community Rd., Brunswick, GA
- (912) 267-1100
- Website (opens in a new tab)
Domestic Violence
Georgia Domestic Violence Hotline (GCADV)
Statewide24-hour statewide hotline (voice/TTY, Spanish spoken) that connects you with the nearest domestic-violence program for shelter, safety planning and advocacy.
love is respect (National Teen Dating Abuse Helpline)
NationwideFree, confidential 24/7 help for teens and young adults in unhealthy or abusive relationships. Text LOVEIS to 22522, or chat online.
National Domestic Violence Hotline
NationwideConfidential support 24/7 for anyone experiencing abuse.
StrongHearts Native Helpline
NationwideFree, confidential 24/7 support for Native Americans and Alaska Natives affected by domestic and sexual violence, by phone, text or chat.
The Deaf Hotline
Nationwide24/7 domestic-violence support for Deaf, DeafBlind and hard-of-hearing survivors, by videophone, chat or email (deafhelp@thehotline.org).
Employment
Dress for Success Georgia
Professional clothing and career support for women. Mon–Thu, 9–4.
- 6255 Barfield Rd. NW, Suite 155, Atlanta, GA 30328
- (404) 589-1177
- Website (opens in a new tab)
Goodwill of North Georgia — Career Centers
Free job search help, résumés, training and certifications at 14 career centers, plus a 24/7 virtual career center.
WorkSource Georgia
StatewideFree career planning, job-readiness training and help finding approved training, through centers in 19 regions.
American Job Centers (CareerOneStop)
NationwideFree local help with job searches, training and career services. Find your nearest American Job Center online or by phone.
Dress for Success
NationwideProfessional clothing and career support for women. Find your local Dress for Success on the website.
Easterseals — Employment Services
NationwideJob training and employment support for people with disabilities through local Easterseals affiliates.
Goodwill Career Centers
NationwideFree job training, career coaching, résumé and interview help at local Goodwill career centers.
Potential Financial Assistance
Catholic Charities Atlanta
Help with rent, utilities and housing counseling, plus pregnancy counseling and immigration services.
St. Vincent de Paul Georgia
Emergency help with rent, utilities, food and prescriptions. The assistance line routes you to your local volunteer conference.
The Salvation Army — Georgia
StatewideRent, utility and other emergency help through local Salvation Army centers. Apply online at sahelp.org or call 2-1-1.
Catholic Charities USA (Find a Local Agency)
NationwideFind the Catholic Charities agency serving your area for emergency, family and housing help.
Modest Needs
NationwideSmall one-time grants for working individuals and families facing an emergency expense. Apply online.
Society of St. Vincent de Paul
NationwideParish volunteers who help neighbors in need. The national office does not give direct help: ask your nearest Catholic parish for its St. Vincent de Paul conference.
The Salvation Army
NationwideEmergency rent, utility and other assistance through local Salvation Army offices nationwide.
Food Programs
Atlanta Community Food Bank
Find a food pantry near you: text FINDFOOD to (888) 976-2232 (COMIDA for Spanish) or use the online finder.
- Atlanta, GA
- (404) 892-3333
- Website (opens in a new tab)
Feeding the Valley Food Bank
Mobile pantries and partner agencies around Columbus, plus help applying for SNAP (ext. 100).
- 5928 Coca Cola Blvd., Columbus, GA 31909
- (706) 561-4755
- Website (opens in a new tab)
Food Bank of Northeast Georgia
Food through partner agencies and mobile pantries in northeast Georgia.
- 861 Newton Bridge Rd., Athens, GA
- (706) 354-8191
- Website (opens in a new tab)
Golden Harvest Food Bank
Call to be connected with food assistance near you (no food is handed out at the warehouses).
- 3310 Commerce Dr., Augusta, GA 30909
- (706) 736-1199
- Website (opens in a new tab)
Second Harvest of South Georgia
Food help across 26 South Georgia counties through partner agencies and mobile pantries.
- Valdosta, GA
- (888) 453-4143
- Website (opens in a new tab)
Feeding America (Find Your Local Food Bank)
NationwideEnter your ZIP code to find the food bank, pantries and meal programs serving your community.
USDA National Hunger Hotline (Hunger Free America)
NationwideConnects you with nearby food banks, meal sites and programs like SNAP and WIC. Mon–Fri 8 a.m.–8 p.m. ET. En español: 1-877-842-6273.
Health Assistance
Good Samaritan Health Center
Medical, dental and mental health care for uninsured and underinsured people, on a sliding fee scale.
- 1015 Donald Lee Hollowell Pkwy. NW, Atlanta, GA 30318
- (404) 523-6571
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Mercy Care
Community health clinics in Atlanta and Chamblee; walk-ins welcome.
- Atlanta, GA
- (678) 843-8600
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Georgia Medicaid & PeachCare for Kids
StatewideHealth coverage for children, pregnant women and families. Apply online through Georgia Gateway or by phone.
Healthy Mothers, Healthy Babies Coalition of Georgia (Care Line)
StatewideFree, confidential Care Line connecting expectant and new families to prenatal care, Medicaid providers, home visiting and other resources, in many languages. Mon–Fri, 9–5.
Abortion Pill Reversal hotline
NationwideStarted a chemical abortion and regret it? Call as soon as you can.
Housing Assistance & Shelters
Nicholas House
Emergency shelter, rehousing and supportive housing for homeless families with children. Families are referred through Coordinated Entry (no walk-ins).
- 830 Boulevard SE, Atlanta, GA 30312
- (404) 622-0793
- Website (opens in a new tab)
St. Vincent de Paul Georgia
Emergency help with rent, utilities, food and prescriptions. The assistance line routes you to your local volunteer conference.
Family Promise
NationwidePrevention, shelter and housing help for families facing homelessness, through nearly 200 local affiliates. Find yours on the website.
Infant & Baby Equipment
Bloom Closet (Bloom Our Youth)
Free clothing, books, diapers, toiletries, baby gear and school supplies for foster families, by appointment in Fayetteville (115 Marquis Dr.) and Rome (1400 Crane St.).
- Fayetteville, GA
- (770) 460-6652
- Website (opens in a new tab)
Chosen for Life Ministries — Clothes Closet
Free clothing, cribs, strollers and toys for foster and adoptive families. Tuesdays and Thursdays, 11–1.
- 1410 Greensboro Hwy., Suite A, Watkinsville, GA 30677
- (706) 705-4257
- info@chosenforlifeministries.org
- Website (opens in a new tab)
Kid's Cup
Free community closet with clothing and necessities for foster, kinship and homeless children.
- 2111 Claxton Dairy Rd., Dublin, GA 31021
- (478) 290-8871
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Mental Health & Postpartum Assistance
Center for Black Women's Wellness — Atlanta Healthy Start
Care during pregnancy and after birth from nurses, family support specialists and a mental-health provider, plus Sister Circle peer support groups (ext. 121).
- 477 Windsor St. SW, Suite 309, Atlanta, GA
- (404) 688-9202
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Healthy Families Georgia
StatewideFree home visiting and parent support from pregnancy to age 5 through nine programs covering 26 counties.
Healthy Mothers, Healthy Babies Coalition of Georgia (Care Line)
StatewideFree, confidential Care Line connecting pregnant and postpartum families to care and support. Mon–Fri, 9–5.
Postpartum Support International — Georgia Chapter
StatewideFind a trained counselor or an online or in-person support group for depression and anxiety during pregnancy and after birth. PSI HelpLine: call or text (800) 944-4773.
988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline
NationwideCall or text 988 any time if you are in crisis.
National Maternal Mental Health Hotline
NationwideCall or text 1-833-TLC-MAMA, free and confidential, for support before, during and after pregnancy.
Postpartum Support International HelpLine
NationwideSupport and local resources for postpartum depression and anxiety.
Parenting Classes
Center for Black Women's Wellness — Atlanta Healthy Start
Care during pregnancy and after birth from nurses, family support specialists and a mental-health provider, plus Sister Circle peer support groups (ext. 121).
- 477 Windsor St. SW, Suite 309, Atlanta, GA
- (404) 688-9202
- Website (opens in a new tab)
Families First
Adoption, foster care and parenting support, including help and training for adoptive, kinship and foster parents.
- 80 Joseph E. Lowery Blvd. NW, Atlanta, GA 30314
- (404) 853-2844
- Website (opens in a new tab)
1-800-CHILDREN Helpline (Positive Childhood Alliance Georgia)
StatewideFree statewide helpline with bilingual staff who connect parents to parenting support, counseling and local programs. Mon–Fri, 8–6. Not for reporting abuse.
Parents as Teachers
NationwideFree home visiting and parent education for expecting families and parents of young children, through local affiliates.
Triple P – Positive Parenting Program
NationwideSelf-paced online parenting courses (also in Spanish). Many states and local agencies offer them free.
Pregnancy Centers
Choices Pregnancy Care Center
Free pregnancy help, available by phone 24/7, plus STI testing.
- 225 Forrest Ave., Gainesville, GA 30501
- (770) 535-1245
- Website (opens in a new tab)
Obria Medical Clinics — Lawrenceville
Free and low-cost pregnancy testing, ultrasounds and women's health care in Gwinnett County.
- 565 Old Norcross Rd., Suite 200, Lawrenceville, GA
- (770) 338-1680
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Pregnancy Aid Clinic
Free pregnancy tests and support, including a mobile clinic that visits Atlanta, Marietta, Hapeville and Morrow.
- Atlanta, GA
- (404) 763-4357
- Website (opens in a new tab)
American Pregnancy Association
NationwideFree, confidential pregnancy helpline and a search for local pregnancy centers, adoption agencies and maternity homes.
Care Net Pregnancy Decision Line
NationwideFree, confidential pregnancy decision coaching by phone, and a map of 1,200+ affiliated pregnancy centers.
Heartbeat International (Worldwide Directory of Pregnancy Help)
NationwideSearch 7,000+ life-affirming pregnancy help locations by state, city or ZIP.
Option Line
NationwideCall or text 24/7 to talk about a pregnancy and be connected with a pregnancy center near you.
Special Needs Assistance
Easterseals North Georgia
Inclusive early education, early intervention therapies, autism and early-childhood mental-health services, free for income-qualifying families.
FOCUS + Fragile Kids
Support groups, hospital support, camps and equipment grants for metro Atlanta families of children who are medically fragile or have disabilities.
- 3825 Presidential Pkwy., Suite 103, Atlanta, GA 30340
- (770) 234-9111
- inquiry@focus-ga.org
- Website (opens in a new tab)
Parent to Parent of Georgia
StatewideFree statewide support for families of children and young adults (to 26) with disabilities or special health care needs: support-parent matching and a special-needs database. Atlanta: (770) 451-5484.
Easterseals
NationwideServices for children and adults with disabilities and their families. Find your local Easterseals affiliate.
Parent to Parent USA
NationwideMatches parents of children with disabilities or special health needs with a trained support parent. Find your state program on the map.
The Arc
NationwideSupport and advocacy for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities and their families, through 549 chapters.
Support for Fathers
Center for Black Women's Wellness — Atlanta Healthy Start
Care during pregnancy and after birth from nurses, family support specialists and a mental-health provider, plus Sister Circle peer support groups (ext. 121).
- 477 Windsor St. SW, Suite 309, Atlanta, GA
- (404) 688-9202
- Website (opens in a new tab)
Fathers Incorporated
Fatherhood training, job readiness and parenting classes, plus help with child support and custody challenges.
Georgia Fatherhood Program (Division of Child Support Services)
StatewideEmployment-focused help for noncustodial parents with active child support cases, to help them become self-sufficient. Call and choose option 3.
National Responsible Fatherhood Clearinghouse
NationwideResources for dads from a national clearinghouse funded by HHS’s Office of Family Assistance.
Transportation
St. Vincent de Paul Georgia
Emergency help with rent, utilities, food and prescriptions. The assistance line routes you to your local volunteer conference.
Georgia Medicaid rides to medical appointments (NEMT)
StatewideFree rides to covered appointments for Medicaid members with no other way to get there. Call your region's broker (listed on the page) at least three workdays ahead.
Family Promise
NationwideLocal Family Promise affiliates help families facing homelessness, including gas cards, transit passes and car-related help where available.
Medicaid rides to medical appointments (NEMT)
NationwideMedicaid covers free rides to covered appointments for members with no other way to get there. Call your Medicaid health plan, ideally two days ahead.
