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This Week in GeorgiaGov: Assistance for Needy Families
Babies 101: A Guide to Caring for the Newest Georgians
With parenthood comes a whole new world of responsibility. In this post, you’ll find safety tips, childcare options, financial assistance, and even the chance to win big for your child’s future.
New Georgia Gateway Now Online for State-Administered Benefits
COMPASS has been replaced by Georgia Gateway. This new integrated benefits system brings together Childcare and Parents Services (CAPS); PeachCare for Kids®; Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP/Food Stamps); Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF); Women, Infants, and Children (WIC); and Medicaid programs.
Help for the Homeless in Georgia
Georgia's home to nearly 14,000 homeless individuals throughout the state. However, there are a number of programs that offer assistance and care that can better their lives and the lives of the families. Funding and programs that reach homeless individuals with disabilities, AIDS, veterans and their families are available through the Georgia Department of Community Affairs.
Doubling Food Stamp Benefits at Georgia Farmer's Markets
Georgia's food stamp recipients can double their dollars at participating local farmer's markets.
Affordable Care Act Information Available at healthcare.gov
If you need health insurance and want to apply for coverage through the Affordable Care Act, go to healthcare.gov, the main website for the federal program.
Applying for Food Assistance with WIC
Among the public safeguards against hunger, the Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants and Children helps low-income families with infants and toddlers eat well and stay healthy.
Lawyers Fight Hunger with the Legal Food Frenzy
Did you know that nearly 60% of Georgia’s public school students are eligible for either a free or reduced lunch at school each day? So where do these children go for a complete and balanced meal during the summer months when they are at home?
Sponsors Needed for Summer Food Service Program
Yesterday, President Obama highlighted Georgia's pre-Kindergarten program. DECAL administers the program and works to meet the needs of Georgia’s children and their families.