Family Assistance

When Life Throws a Curveball, We Step In To Help.

Some needs don't fit neatly into a category. Daycare so you can keep your job. Bus fare to get to work. Back-to-school supplies. Emergency expenses that no other program covers. That's where Family Assistance comes in.

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Filling the Gaps Other Programs Can't

Existing assistance programs are not designed to meet every need. Our support is flexible and case-by-case, helping address the unique challenges that stand between your family and stability.

Childcare & Daycare

When childcare costs are the only thing standing between you and keeping your job, we can help bridge the gap so you can stay employed and move forward.

Transportation

Assistance with transportation when it is a barrier to employment or access to important medical care.

Children's Needs

Clothing, school supplies, and other child-related essentials that help children stay on track and feel supported.

One-time Emergencies

Unexpected situations that impact your family’s stability, such as a loss of income or illness that results in missed work

Unique Circumstances

Situations such as domestic violence, sudden job loss, or family emergencies where additional support may be needed during a difficult time.

Am I Eligible?

Family assistance is available to Cobb County families who meet the following initial criteria. This helps us get started but does not guarantee assistance.

  • You have at least one child (birth to 18 years old) living with you and have legal guardianship.
  • You live within the boundaries of Cobb County, GA.
  • You have some form of consistent income — employment, disability, benefits, etc.
  • The need is reasonable based on your income and expenses — fulfilling this need will alleviate a short-term obstacle allowing you to sustain yourself going forward.
  • Your family has not been assisted financially by CMHC within the past 12 months.
  • You are actively seeking employment or other assistance and making your best attempt to live within your budget.

Documents You'll Need

Please have the following ready to speed up your application. Additional documents may be required:

  • Government-issued photo ID
  • Recent pay stubs or proof of income
  • Documentation of SNAP, WIC, or other benefits
  • Bills or statements related to your request

Good to Know

We are 100% volunteer-run and rely on donations. We cannot guarantee assistance, but we review every application and do everything we can to help. Please continue seeking support from other resources while your application is being reviewed.

How the process works

Our volunteer admin team carefully reviews every request.

Submit Application

Complete the form below with detailed information about your situation. Include all relevant financial documentation.

Verification & Review

Our team will review your application & documentation, and contact you via email or text for additional details.

Direct Payment

If your request for assistance is approved, timely payments will be made directly to the business that is owed.

CMHC Assistance Application

Eligibility Check

Please read and respond to each statement. You must agree to all statements to continue.

Unfortunately, we are unable to move forward with your application at this time. We encourage you to visit our website (www.cobbmoms.org) to view our resource list, reach out to local churches and your child's school social worker (if you have school-aged children) for additional support.

Documentation Requirements

Please review the documentation requirements to help ensure your application can be processed without delays. Documentation must be submitted in order to complete your application. The items listed are required to begin the review process. Additional documentation may be requested based on your specific situation.

Required for All Applications:

  1. ID for all household members age 18 and over
    Upload ID for any adults in your household (driver's license, state ID, or passport).
  2. Proof of income for all household members
    Upload income documentation for everyone in your household (last 4 paystubs, child support, disability, etc).
  3. Verification of any benefits
    Upload verification of benefits approval/denial for your household showing names of all family members on application status page (Medicaid, CAPS, SNAP, Unemployment). You can find this at https://gateway.ga.gov/.
  4. Documentation related to your current situation
    Upload documentation of the situation for all adults, what led to falling behind, job loss, new job, eviction, unexpected repairs, etc. This is NOT just an explanation of events but actual documentation.

Required for All Financial Assistance Requests:

  1. Rental ledger showing charges and payment history
    Upload a PDF copy of your rental ledger showing all charges and payments. You can request this from your landlord; we cannot accept screenshots of your payment portal.
  2. Most recent bill showing current balance
    Upload the most recent balance of the bill you are requesting assistance for (utility bills, daycare, hotel, etc) showing account name, address and account number.
  3. Tax refund status showing the date and amount of most recent refund received
    Upload your tax refund status. You can find this at https://sa.www4.irs.gov/wmr/

Required for Rental Assistance Requests Only:

  • W-9 from landlord

If you are uncertain what we are looking for, please visit this link for sample images.

Primary Applicant Information

Additional Household Members (Age 18+)

Complete this section for each additional adult in your household.

Children in Household (Under 18)

Complete this section for each child under 18. Click Next if there are no children under 18.

Assistance Request

Select all types of assistance you are requesting. Additional fields will appear based on your selections.

Rent / Mortgage Assistance

Hotel Stay Assistance

Move-In Cost Assistance

Groceries / Household Supplies

What do you currently have access to for food preparation?

Household Items

Other Financial Assistance

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