Housing & Utilities

Keeping families housed & lights on.

Cobb Moms Helping Cobb provides quick support for essentials like rent, utilities, and groceries so they can overcome barriers and build a stable future.

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Non profit site in Cobb county ga.

How we help with housing & utilities

When a family is on the verge of losing their home or having utilities disconnected, we step in to bridge the gap and provide stability.

Rent Assistance

We help cover rent payments to prevent eviction and keep families in their homes. All payments are made directly to landlords — never to individuals.

Emergency Stay Hotels

For families without housing, we can assist with emergency hotel stays to ensure children have a safe, warm place to sleep while permanent housing is secured.

Utility Payments

We help keep the lights on, the water running, and the heat working by assisting with electricity, gas, and water bills when families fall behind

Move-In Costs

Security deposits and first month's rent can be a major barrier. We help families who have been approved for housing make the move.

Eviction Support

We help families avoid eviction due to temporary hardship. Each request is reviewed on a case-by-case basis.

Am I Eligible?

Housing and utility 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
  • Lease or rental agreement
  • Recent pay stubs or proof of income for all adults
  • Bill statements related to your request
  • Proof of SNAP, WIC, CAPS, or other benefits

Please Plan Ahead

We may have a waiting list and are unable to fill last-minute requests. Please apply as early as possible and continue seeking assistance from other organizations while your application is being reviewed.

How the process works

Our volunteer admin team carefully reviews every housing and utility 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
  • Documentation
  • Household Info
  • Primary Applicant
  • Additional Adults
  • Children
  • Assistance Request
  • Referral

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.