Homeless Assistance
At Dougherty County Coordinated Entry, we are committed
to providing hope and stability for families experiencing homelessness in our community.
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Must Be Dougherty County Resident.
Once you have completed and submitted the application below, please allow up to 48 business hours for a follow-up email to guide you through the next steps in the application process.
Disclaimer: This page is not for Eviction Prevention; this is only for those who fit HUDs Definition of homeless which is as follows:
If you are fleeing domestic violence, please do not complete this application until you have reached out to a domestic violence provider. Call the Domestic Violence Hotline: 24hr Hotline: 1-800-334-2836 or Liberty House 229.439.7094
If you are currently housed and only looking for help finding new housing because your lease is up, your rent was raised, etc., do NOT complete this application. We do not provide housing search assistance. You may try georgiahousingsearch.org or sites like apartmentfinder.com.
Dougherty County Coordinated Entry is unable to provide same day service. You will receive a call or email within 24 hours once you submit your application. We will make a referral to a partner agency to provide shelter, or other related services, based on availability. If resources are currently unavailable, we will let you know.
If you are a resident outside of Dougherty County, please contact 211.
If you do not fit HUDS definition of homelessness you will not be able to be entered into the coordinated entry system. United Way of Southwest Georgia must abide by the rules set forth by HUD.
Building Pathways to Stability
Emergency Housing for Families in Dougherty County
Homelessness can happen to anyone, and when it does, finding safe and stable shelter becomes the first step toward recovery. That’s why we’ve launched a new initiative focused on providing emergency housing for homeless families in Dougherty County.
Empowering Families Through Housing and Support
Through strong partnerships with local organizations, we quickly identify families in need and connect them with secure housing solutions. But we don’t stop there. Our dedicated team provides ongoing support, offering resources and guidance to address the root causes of homelessness. From job training and financial planning to healthcare and emotional support, we help families build a foundation for lasting stability.
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Disclaimer: This page is not for Eviction Prevention; this is only for those who fit HUDs Definition of homeless which is as follows:
Criteria for Defining Homeless Category 1:
If you are fleeing domestic violence, please do not complete this application until you have reached out to a domestic violence provider. Call the Domestic Violence Hotline: 24hr Hotline: 1-800-334-2836 or Liberty House 229.439.7094
If you are currently housed and only looking for help finding new housing because your lease is up, your rent was raised, etc., do NOT complete this application. We do not provide housing search assistance. You may try georgiahousingsearch.org or sites like apartmentfinder.com.
Dougherty County Coordinated Entry is unable to provide same day service. You will receive a call or email within 24 hours once you submit your application. We will make a referral to a partner agency to provide shelter, or other related services, based on availability. If resources are currently unavailable, we will let you know.
If you are a resident outside of Dougherty County, please contact 211.
If you do not fit HUDS definition of homelessness you will not be able to be entered into the coordinated entry system.
United Way of Southwest Georgia must abide by the rules set forth by HUD.
