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  • Technology

Affordable Connectivity Program

With the FCC’s Affordable Connectivity Program, you can save on your bill and may be able to get high-speed internet for free. Read More
  • Jobs

Apprenticeship Finder

Industry-driven, high-quality career pathway. Employers can develop & prepare their future workforce. Obtain paid work experience, classroom instruction, & a nationally-recognized credential. Find apprenticeship prospects near you. Read More
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  • Food

Boaz Ministry

Hours: Thursday 5pm-7pm
Hot meals and free groceries
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  • Food

Cedar Lake Christian Center

Hours: Tuesday and Thursday 10am-12pm

Instructions: Please bring a Social Security Card for everyone in the family and proof of address.
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  • Transportation

Cedartown City Transit

Hours: call Mon-Fri 8am-3pm to make an appointment

Instructions: Call at least one day in advance.
Transportation anywhere in the City of Cedartown.

Price: $2 each way. Cash only. Exact change only.
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  • Food

Cedartown First United Methodist Church

Outdoor 24 hour food pick-up box Read More
  • Food

Cedartown United Fund

Emergency Food, Clothing Bank, Local Needs

Food Bank: Mon & Wed 8am-11am

Instructions: Please bring proof of identification
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  • Clothes

Cedartown United Fund

Emergency Food, Clothing Bank, Local Needs

Clothes Bank: Tue & Thu 9am-11am

Instructions: Please bring proof of identification
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  • Food

Community Share Ministries

Free groceries

Hours: Mon-Sat 8:30am-5pm
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  • Clothes

Community Share Ministries

Hours: Mon-Sat 8:30am-5pm Read More
  • Food

Cross Factor Church

Outdoor 24 hour food pick-up box Read More
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  • Legal Assistance

Días de Preguntarle a un Abogado Georgia Legal Services Program

Horas: 4th lunes de cada mes
Para obtener más información, envíe un correo electrónico: jraymond@gslp.org
*Usted puede llamar al 8334577529 o visite glsp.org para solicitar asistencia con asuntos legales civiles que no se abordan en esta clínica
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  • Reentry Resources

Georgia Justice Project

For 35 years, Georgia Justice Project (GJP) has served Georgians impacted by the criminal legal system. GJP promotes innovative change through direct legal representation, policy advocacy, education and coalition building. Read More
  • Reentry Resources

Georgia Justice Project- First Fridays Criminal Records Clinic

Join us on the first Friday of each month for free information sessions to help you understand your criminal history and what you can do about it. Sessions are virtual and available at no cost, but YOU MUST PRE-REGISTER. Space is limited.

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  • Legal Assistance

Georgia Legal Services Program Ask A Lawyer Days

Hours: 11am-2pm on the 4th Monday of each month
Email jraymond@glsp.org for more information.

*If you are unable to attend, you may call Mon-Fri or visit their website to apply for assistance.
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  • Food

Good Neighbor Center

Hours: 2nd & 4th Thursday of each month 3pm-5:30pm Read More
  • Jobs

Goodwill of North Georgia Career Centers

Visit a career center for free access to computers, printers, and fax machines. You’ll receive job-search resources, help writing a professional resume and cover letter, access to employment opportunities, hands-on skills training, and more. Read More
  • Children/Family

Graduate Polk

Offers assistance to students & families in Polk County Schools
Contact Lacey Tuck at the email provided
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  • Healthcare

Highland Rivers

Intake Mon, Wed, & Fri 8am-11am Read More
  • Addiction Recovery Support

Highland Rivers

Intake Mon, Wed, & Fri 8am-11am Read More
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  • Children/Family

Life Matters Outreach

Hours: Wed & Fri 10am-2pm | Thu 2-6pm Read More
  • Technology

Life Wireless

Free cell phones & service for those meeting requirements Read More
  • Bill Payment Assistance

LIHEAP (Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program)

Helps eligible, low-income residents with heating and cooling costs. Program provided by the Georgia Department of Human Services (who contracts with Tallatoona CAP, Inc. to administer the program). Visit their website for more information. Read More
  • Bill Payment Assistance

LIHWAP (Low Income Household Water Assistance Program)

Emergency water assistance program for families experiencing hardship with their water bills. Assists in ensuring their service remains active. Visit their website for more information. Read More
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  • Shelter

Men's Shelter

Community Share Ministries Read More
  • Food

Mosaic Place

Outdoor 24 hour food pick-up box Read More
  • Addiction Recovery Support

Mosaic Place

Hours: Tue-Thu 12pm-9pm  |  Fri 9am-9pm  |  Sun 12pm-6pm Read More
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  • Food

One Door Polk

Outdoor 24 hour food pick-up box Read More
  • Shelter

Our House (Women & Children)

Domestic Abuse Survivors Read More
  • Clothes

Our House Thrift Store

Hours: Mon, Tue, Thu, & Fri 10am-4pm  |  Sat 10am-2pm

Instructions: Ask for the manager
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  • Children/Family

Polk County Family Connections

Hours: Mon-Wed 9am-4pm | Thu-Fri 9am-5pm Read More
  • Healthcare

Polk County Health Department

Hours: Mon, Wed, Thurs 8am-5pm
Tue 8am-6:30pm | Fri 8am-2pm
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  • Healthcare

Primary Care

Medicaid, sliding scale Read More
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  • Food

Rockmart First United Methodist Church

Outdoor 24 hour food pick-up box Read More
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  • Jobs

Simply Staffing, Inc.

Hours: Mon-Fri 8am-5pm Read More
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  • Shelter

Touching Lives in Cedartown, Inc.

Low Income Housing Read More
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  • Food

Victory Baptist Church Bread of Life Food Pantry

Hours: Tue 4pm-7pm  |  Thu 8am-11pm

Instructions: Can only visit once a week per family; must have a photo ID
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  • Shelter

Women's Shelter

Community Share Ministries Read More
  • Jobs

WorkSource Northwest Georgia

Designed to provide personalized guidance for your unique situation and job skills. Match your skills and interests to real companies ready to hire. Can even support your job training, transportation, and childcare needs. Read More
  • Food

Worldview Baptist Church

Free Groceries

Hours: 10am-1pm on the 2nd Wednesday of each month
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