If you are currently homeless, at risk of becoming homeless, or in need of supportive housing services, there are several organizations ready to help.

 

Coordinated Entry System (Statewide Housing Access)

This is the first step to being matched with shelter or housing services in Georgia.

• Metro Atlanta Residents: Dial 2-1-1 or call the United Way Hotline.

• Outside Metro Atlanta: Call 844-249-8367 (Monday–Friday, 9:00 AM–5:00 PM) or contact the Georgia Department of Community Affairs by email.

 

Emergency & Transitional Shelters

 

Garden of Gethsemane Homeless Shelter

Emergency and transitional housing for men, women, and children from Newton, Jasper, Rockdale, Morgan, and Butts Counties. (fees apply)

• Location: 7133 Turner Lake Circle SW, Covington, GA 30014

• Phone: 770-787-8519

 

Project ReNeWal Domestic Violence Shelter

Emergency shelter and support services for women and children affected by domestic violence in Newton, Rockdale, and Walton Counties.

• 24/7 Crisis Line: 770-860-1666

 

Low-Cost & Public Housing

 

Covington Housing Authority (Newton County)

Manages affordable public housing and maintains a waitlist for eligible families and seniors.

• Location: 5160 Alcovy Road, Covington, GA 30014

• Phone: 770-786-7739

 

Monroe Housing Authority (Walton County)

Offers affordable and transitional housing, including options for single mothers with children.

• Location: 808 East Marable Street, Monroe, GA 30655

• Phone: 770-267-6591

 

Transitional & Sober Living Residences

 

Serenity House of Atlanta Ministries (Newton County)

Sober living residences for men in Covington and surrounding areas.

• Phone: 844-473-7364

 

Damascus Road Recovery (Newton County)

Faith-based transitional living program for men recovering from substance addiction.

• Phone: 770-787-1976

 

Our House of Restoration (Newton County)

Faith-based recovery and sober living housing for women.

• Phone: 678-414-8863

 

Restoration For U Ministries (Walton County)

Transitional housing focused on helping residents regain stability and self-sufficiency.

• Location: 514 Wellington Drive, Monroe, GA 30655

• Phone: 770-870-7206

 

Emergency & Supportive Services

 

Faith in Serving Humanity (FISH) – Walton County

Provides temporary housing, utility assistance, food, clothing, and more to Walton County residents in crisis.

• Location: 700 South Madison Avenue, Monroe, GA 30655

• Phone: 770-207-4357

 

Assisted Living (Newton County)

 

Benton House

Assisted living community for seniors needing daily support and memory care.

• Location: 7155 Dearing Road, Covington, GA 30014

• Phone: 678-297-0388

 

The Oaks at Ashton Hills

Supportive housing and care services for seniors in Newton County.

• Location: 10050 Eagle Drive, Covington, GA 30014

 

Community Support Contacts

 

United Way of Walton County

Connects residents to available housing, food, and utility assistance programs in Walton County.

• Phone: 678-635-7132

 

Reminder: Availability and eligibility for services vary. It's best to call ahead and bring proper identification, proof of residency, and documentation of need.