Government Help for Single Mothers in Georgia

Single mothers in Georgia are fortunate to have a state government that shows concern for their situation. The Legislature and the Department of Human Resources have crafted various programs to help alleviate the difficulties faced by single mothers. Some of the assistance programs are child care, health care, educational opportunities, rent subsidies, and help with food and supplies. Some of the programs are for a limited period, whereas others last until single moms can get back on their feet.

  1. Temporary Assistance For Needy Families

    • Single moms in Georgia who cannot provide a decent standard of living for herself and her children on a single income qualify for TANF. However, there are stringent requirements such as having an income to begin with. With strict monitoring, the program can be terminated if there is proof of non-compliance on the terms.

    Childcare and Parent Services

    • This is a subsidized form of assistance to help single moms find decent child care while they are busy at work. The maximum age is 13, but this can extend to 18 years of age if the child has special needs. The single mom and children have to be legal residents or American citizens to qualify for this program. The government agency is not tasked with providing the childcare, only the funds, and this means the single mother has to source the provider on her own.

    SNAP Card or Food Stamps

    • This assistance program can be applied for online, and will help a single mother get food stamps on a regular basis, or for as long as she qualifies. If the single mom has a baby or toddler below 5 years of age, she can also apply for a nutritional program through the WIC (Women, Infants and Children) program. To qualify, the single mom must have an income level of 185 percent below the federal poverty line or be on Medicaid under a nutritional deficiency program.

    LIHEAP

    • The Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) helps single mothers pay for their utility bills. This program is open to all low-income families, and since it is based on a first-come, first serve policy, it can be hard to get approved.

    PeachCare Program

    • This is a specific health-care program for children who do not have insurance coverage. It covers preventive, primary, dental, vision, and special health care such as those children with special needs. This means financial assistance for hospitalization, drugs, emergency room services, and health care for the mentally challenged.

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