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Non Emergency Numbers:
211, Telephone Referrals: Provides general information and referrals for service agencies in Central Georgia.
Alcoholics Anonymous: Meeting Information 478-746-6652
Ambulance, Medical Center: 777 Hemlock St., 478-633-1111
Middle GA Ambulance: 478-741-4141
Crisis Line on Middle GA: 478-745-9292
Fire Department: Emergency 911 / Administration- 478-751-9180
Macon Police: 700 Poplar St., 478-751-9180
Narcotics Anonymous: Meeting Information 478- 741- 8613
One Step at Goodwill: Meet with representatives from several agencies in one place.
478-785-0998 – CGTC Tech Blvd – Karen Pierson
478- 475- 9995 – Eisenhower Main Office
Poison Center: 1-800-282-5846
Sheriff: 668 Oglethorpe St., 478-746-9441
TANF and Food Stamps- DFACS: Contact Al Collins 478-751-6558
Housing:
EMERGENCY SHELTERS
Salvation Army- Emergency Shelter: Shelter opens at 4:00pm. Apply in Person, 1955 Broadway, 478-746-8572
Macon Rescue Mission: Shelter for single men and battered and homeless women. 744 Hazel St., 478-743-5445
TRANSITIONAL HOUSING
Homeless Services Center- EOC: Preference extended to multiple-member families. 1877 Houston Ave., 478-750-8689 – Ms. Ashmore (Manager)
Loaves and Fishes: Program for single men, women, and families. Apply Monday through Friday 10am- 2pm at 651 MLK Jr. Blvd., 478-741-1007.
The Lighthouse Missions, Inc.: Program for men only. PO Box 23806, 478-475-4244
The Rainbow Center: For persons with HIV. Contact Johnny Fambro, 2020 Ingleside Ave., 478-750-0668
Yellow Ribbon Home: Group home for homeless men and women with HIV. 4175 Houston Ave., 478-731-0668
PERMANENT HOUSING
Dempsey Apartments: Housing for seniors 62+ years or disabled 50+, rent based income. 523 Cherry St., Macon, GA 31201 478-741-1769, Housing Number 478-741-4471
Macon Housing Authority: Public housing and section 8 housing. Apply in person 2015 Felton Ave. 478-752-5000 or 752-5145 – Rosalyn Foster (Program Director)
Macon Urban Ministries: Affordable Housing Development for non-profit agencies, 2525 Beech Ave. Macon, GA 31204. 478-745-2366; vldaughtery@aol.com
Macon Housing Authority: Public Housing Application taken Monday- Friday 2015 Felton Ave. Macon, GA 31208 478-752-5000
Meals:
Christ Episcopal Church: Lunch Saturday and Sunday 12:00- 1:00, 538 Walnut St., 478-745-0427
Loaves and Fishes Ministries: Sack Lunch Tuesday 12:00- 1:00. Snacks Monday-Friday 8:30 a.m.-3:00 p.m. 651 MLK Jr. Blvd., 478-741-1007
Macon Outreach at Mulberry: Breakfast Tuesdays 7:00- 8:00 Am., Monday- Friday (except Tuesday) 11am- 12pm., 267 First St., 478-743-8026
Meals on Wheels: Elderly Homebound- fee required
The Salvation Army: Lunch Tuesday, 1pm., Supper 6pm everyday including holidays. 1955 Broadway, 478-743-8572
The Rainbow Center: Friday only- HIV individuals only. Contact Johnny Fambro, 2020 Ingleside Ave., 478-750-8080
Groceries:
DFACS Neighborhood Outreach Centers: Every 90 days, two locations: Allen Chapel at 269 Pursley St., 478-738-0707; 4150 Roy Ave., 478-784-7800
Shift Program – 478-751-3024 – Marilyn Jackson
Loaves and Fishes Ministries: Call Friday 1:00 p.m. for an appt. Limit 1 visit every 30 days. 651 MLK Jr. Blvd 478-741-1007
Macon Baptist Ministry Center: To receive groceries you need a state ID or GA driver’s license and a social security card. Tuesday and Thursday 9am-12pm 1080 Second St. 478-750-9573
Macon Outreach on Mulberry: Monday-Wednesday 1-3 pm. Limit 1 visit every 90 days. Bring social security card for each family member and EBT card, if you have one. 267 First St., 478-743-8026
The Salvation Army: Monday-Friday 8am-11pm 1955 Broadway, 478-746-8572 - Naomi
Clothing:
Loaves and Fishes Ministries: Tuesday, Thursday, Friday 8:30 a.m. - 3pm 651 MLK Jr. Blvd., 478-741-1007
Macon Baptist Ministries: To receive clothing you need a state ID or a GA driver’s license and a social security card. Monday – Friday 9am- 12pm., 267 First St., 478-743-8026
Family Advancement Ministries (Formerly Mother and Child): 570 High Place, 478-745-7165 / Fax: 478-745-9662. Any person over the age of 18 who is pregnant or parenting a child 6 years of age or under living in Bibb, Crawford, Jones, Monroe, Peach, or Twiggs counties. Children's clothes, maternity clothes, layettes, diapers, cars eats and cribs. Mon. - Fri. 9am-3pm. Call for appointment. Please leave a message if no answer. Must meet elgibility criteria.
The Salvation Army: Clothing available to first five clients requesting clothing vouchers. 1955 Broadway, 478-746-8572
Laundry:
Loaves and Fishes Ministries: Tues, Thurs, And Friday 8:30am-3pm. 651 MLK Jr. Blvd. 478-741-1007
Macon Rescue Mission: First come, first served basis. 744 Hazel St., 478-743-5445
The Salvation Army: Clients only. Men wash Monday and Thursday, women wash Tuesday and Friday. 1955 Broadway, 478-746-8572
Showers:
Loaves and Fishes Ministries: Monday-Friday 8:30am-3pm at 651 MLK Jr. Blvd., 478-741-1007
Financial Assistance:
DFACS: General assistance, food stamps, Medicaid, TANF, dental appts., and glasses. Contact Chris Babbs. 478-751-3041
Homeless Services Center: Will assist with prescriptions. Need a clinic card. Must be homeless. 1877 Houston Ave., 478-750-8689
Loaves and Fishes Ministries: Will assist with prescriptions - need a Med Center Anderson clinic card. Thursdays 9 am – 1 pm. First come, First served. 651 MLK Jr. Blvd., 478-741-1007
Macon-Bibb EOC through Neighborhood Outreach Centers: East Macon—478-752-5194 / South Macon: 478-738-3251
Macon Outreach at Mulberry: By appt. only. Call at 9am first working day of each month. When funds are available. 267 First St., 478-743-8026
Family Advancement Ministries (Formerly Mother and Child): 570 High Place, 478-745-7165 / Fax: 478-745-9662. Any person over the age of 18 who is pregnant or parenting a child 6 years of age or under living in Bibb, Crawford, Jones, Monroe, Peach, or Twiggs counties. Assistance with utility disconnections and evictions. Limited funds. Mon. - Thurs. 9am - 3pm. Call for appointment. Please leave a message if no answer. Must meet elgibility criteria.
The Salvation Army: Strict Criteria to qualify; must me employed or have proof of self sufficiency. Appt. made every Friday at 8am for the upcoming week. 1955 Broadway, 478-746-8572
Identification
Loaves and Fishes Ministries: Thursday – 9am-1pm, 651 MLK Jr. Blvd., 478-741-1007
Rehabilitation:
Domiciliary Care for the Homeless Veteran: 1826 Veterans Blvd., Dublin, GA 31021. Toby Rose (478)-272-1210 ext, 2684
River Edge Behavioral Health Center: 175 Emery Hwy., 478-751-4519. Recovery Center: Fulton Mill Rd. 478-471-5389
Crisis Stabilization Detox - 5-7 day outpatient program. 3575 Fulton Mill Rd. 478-471-5388
The Salvation Army: Counselor for assessment and evaluation, 1955 Broadway, 478-746-8572
Project Connect: Meet required criteria, Female with children and have an addiction. 543 Second St., 478-751-4452
Teen Challenge of Middle GA: Christian drug and alcohol residential program for men 18 yrs. and older. 1976 Houston Ave. 478-745-5688, 478-984-5252
Employment Services:
Domiciliary Care for Homeless Veterans: 1826 Veterans Blvd., Dublin, GA 31021. Toby Rose 478-272-1210 ext. 2684
Goodwill Job Connection: 3177 Macon Tech. Dr., Karen Pierce-Bloodworth 478-785-0988, cell- 478-960-8393
Georgia Dept. of Labor: Career Center Registration required. 478-751-6164
Experience Works – 478-781-0377. Toni Howard
Mayor’s Office of Workforce Development – 478-751-7333. Job training
Legal Services:
Georgia Legal Services: Assist homeless individuals in civil matters; please call to make an appt. or walk-in if necessary. 241 Third St., 478-751-6261
Indigent Defense Office: Assist homeless and indigent people in felony matters. 478-621-6639
Education, Counseling:
Family Advancement Ministries (Formerly Nazereth Home) 538 Orange St., 478-746-9803 / Fax: 478-745-0847. Case Management/ Counseling services, Education Program offering Parenting, Finance & Budget, Crib & Carseat and Nutrition classes. These programs are a free service provided by Family Advancement Ministries. All clients living in Bibb, Crawford, Jones, Monroe, Peach, or Twiggs counties are eligible. Mon. - Fri. 9am - 3pm. Call for appointment or to register for a class. Please leave a message if no answer.