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Dekalb County is accepting applications for fully furnished, move-in ready, 1-3 bedroom unit apartments for families living in motels and extended-stays.

DeKalb County Opens 60 Transitional Housing Units for Families If you reside in a motel or extended-stay, in Dekalb County, support is available.

When wages don't match rising rent prices, the working homeless hide in plain sight, across every industry.

Couch Surfing Employees: The Hidden Face of Corporate America The polished exterior of corporate success often masks complex personal realities affecting Georgia's workforce.

Savannah, GA launched "Homeless Court" on May 13th, to address legal barriers to achieving stability. They offered a safe space where homeless individuals could receive legal assistance with low-level offenses and outstanding warrants. Read more about the initiative and event below.

Beyond the Bench: Savanah GA's Pop Up Court Offered Hope Not Handcuffs South Georgia's Chatham County launched innovative

Atlanta Task Force on Homelessness updates on encampment sweeps.

Atlanta Encampment Sweeps: Task Force & Clearing Update The Atlanta Task Force on Homelessness presents a preliminary report on the city's encampment clearing policies and procedures.

Pay taxes in Georgia? Did you know that your state tax bill can be redirected to youth aging out of foster care instead of Uncle Sam? 👀

Georgia Expands Tax Credit Program to Support Youth Aging Out of Foster Care Renewing and expanding the Fostering Success Tax Credit allows taxpayers to support the youth while lowering their state tax bills.

The U.S. Interagency Council on Homelessness, a small federal agency with large impact, has been shut down by the Trump Administration. All staff have been placed on administrative leave.

Breaking Down Barriers or Building New Ones? The Trump Administration shuts down the U.S. Interagency Council on Homelessness (USICH).

During the 2025 legislative session, several bills were introduced that could have provided much needed relief for renters and addressed systemic issues contributing to Atlanta’s housing crisis. Unfortunately, none of these measures made it through the legislature, except ONE. Find out which one did.

Georgia’s Legislative Inaction, A Missed Opportunity in 2025 Legislators refused to address Atlanta's housing crisis despite having $11.5 billion in state budget surplus.

The Ts Madison Starter House has officially opened its doors! This transitional home was created for black transgendered women, formerly incarcerated to receive the support they need to successfully re-enter society.

Starter House, A Home for Black Trans Women Opens in Atlanta This transitional home is specifically designed to support formerly incarcerated black transgender women as they reintegrate into society.

**Dekalb County Residents **
Rental and utility assistance is available until June 30, 2025.

Dekalb County's Rental Assistance CEO Michael Thurmond has provided $13M to reduce homelessness and prevent evictions in the county.

At Jo-Anne's House, Inc., we believe that everyone deserves not just shelter but the opportunity to thrive in a stable home. Since our founding in 2018, we have been dedicated to serving those experiencing homelessness by providing hygiene care bags and blankets to restore dignity and comfort during difficult times. While these efforts made a meaningful impact, we recognized that true transformation requires more than temporary relief, it demands lasting solutions.

Today, our mission has evolved to focus on reducing homelessness by equipping individuals facing housing instability with the tools they need to secure affordable housing and achieve homeownership. We now prioritize empowering our clients through financial literacy, credit-building resources, and personalized support tailored to their unique circumstances.

Our target population has also shifted from those living unsheltered to the "hidden homeless," individuals who may not be visible on the streets but are living in transitional situations. By addressing this often-overlooked group, we aim to bridge gaps in support systems and create pathways toward permanent stability.

We measure success not just by how many people we serve but by how many lives we transform:

▪︎ How many individuals secured permanent housing this year?

▪︎ How many first-time homeowners did we help create this year?

▪︎ How much did we improve our clients’ credit scores?

▪︎ Once housed, did their financial stability continue to grow?

These metrics reflect our commitment to sustainable change. By focusing on long-term outcomes rather than short-term outputs, we strive to break cycles of poverty and homelessness while fostering resilience within our communities.

Jo-Anne's House. Inc., is more than a service provider, we are partners in progress. Together with our supporters, volunteers, and community members, we are building a future where everyone has access to safe, affordable housing and the opportunity for economic empowerment.

Join us in making this vision a reality!

Ericka Cameron-Carr

Happy New Year! We wanted to share some great news from two awesome organizations. Policing Alternatives & Diversion Initiative has formed a partnership with the Georgia Mental Health Consumer Network to advocate for those living in Atlanta and Fulton County on mental health support services.

Read more about the partnership below.

PAD & the Georgia Mental Health Consumer Network Partners The Policing and Alternatives Diversion Initiative (PAD) announced its partnership with the Georgia Mental Health Consumer Network (GMHCN)

Christmas 2021 - The winter coat drive was a success. We passed out the majority of coats collected (except 6) and supplied 60 blankets during the outreach. A volunteer donated 100 meals, a cake, and refreshments. What better way to make a person's day than providing a delicious hearty meal with desert on the side? Thank you for your generosity and big heart

Thank you to our individual and corporate donors who participated in the coat drive and consistently supports our mission. Your drive, commitment, and dedication is truly exceptional. Wishing everyone a healthy, happy, joy filled holiday!