Often we need to receive other resources in the community, but are
uncertain who to contact. I will make every effort to aid you in locating
any resources you and your child may need, such as:
The following is a web site that offers wealth of resources. Also see the
ones below it.
http://www.homelessresourcenetwork.org/services.html
Health care for children:
What is PeachCare for Kids?
In 1997, Congress created Title XXI of the Social Security Act to
provide health care for the growing number of uninsured children in the
United States. This legislation provided states with the opportunity to
create programs to increase access to affordable health insurance. In
Georgia, this program is PeachCare for Kids.
Eligibility requirements:
* U.S. citizens, certain qualified legal residents, refugees or asylees who
reside in Georgia
* Age 18 and under (Eligible until 19th birthday)
* Uninsured
* Family income less than or equal to 235% of the federal poverty level,
$39,000 for a family of 3 and $47,000 for a family of 4.
Your child may be ineligible if:
* Your child is eligible for Medicaid. If your child is eligible for
Medicaid, Peachcare for Kids will forward your application to Medicaid and
your child will be enrolled.
* Your child has access to health insurance through a parent's employment
with the State of Georgia, even if the parent has not purchased the State
coverage.
Outside Therapy:
These services may be private or state funded, dependent on your
ability to pay. A short list is provided below for your convenience. While
I do not endorse any of the individuals or organizations listed, I believe
them to be excellent in their field.
David Ebron, ACSW, LCSW
706-562-8606
2901 University Ave
Columbus, Ga
Robert Carlson, Ph.D.
2325 Brookstone Center Pkwy.
Columbus, Ga. 31904
706-653-6841
Peggy Baltimore, MSW
(706) 565-0555
2901 University Ave
Columbus, Geogia 31907
Family Counseling Service of Columbus
(706) 327-3238
1350 15th Ave
Columbus, GA 31901
Opal Godwin, MSW
(706) 563-8606
2901 University Ave.
Columbus, Georgia 31907
Adult and Child Psychological Services
(706) 322-8264
1661 13th St
Columbus, GA 31901
Tutors:
Always check with your own school as they may provide or know of tutors
for your child.
Education and Guidance
2901 University Ave. Suite 40
Columbus, Georgia 31901
Sylvan Learning Center
1-888-Educate
3575 Macon Road Suite 9
Columbus, Georgia 31901
Clothing Bank:
Sara Spano Clothing Bank
1112 29th Street
Columbus, Georgia 31901
(706) 649-0812
Shelters:
Community Housing Resource Center's Affording Housing Resource
Center for the Atlanta, Marietta and Columbus areas. Look here for
excellent referrals and a search engine that locates housing,
emergency shelters, and other social service agencies in the Atlanta
area. Webpage:
http://www.chrcatlanta.org/referral/index.html
Valley Rescue Mission
2903 Second Avenue
Columbus, GA 31902-1232
Phone: (706)322-8267
URL: http://www.chrcatlanta.org/directry/VRM.htm
House of Mercy
1532 Third Avenue
Columbus, GA 31901
Phone: 706-322-6463
email: mshe@sjha.org
