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During times of financial stress such as government shutdowns, furloughs, layoffs, or health- related absences, you may need to survive without your regular income. Your immediate action will help minimize the financial impact you experience.
During Government Shutdowns or Furloughs, your bank or credit union may offer a variety of financial relief services. Services may include no interest loans, skip-a-payment, paycheck protection loans, etc. Please contact your financial institutions for more information.
Do not hesitate to contact your creditors immediately if you experience financial difficulty. Communication with them is the first step to ensuring you remain in control of your financial game plan. Keeping payments on time will also reduce the risk of incurring additional late fees and other penalties.
Other Banking Resources
Navy Federal Credit Union - frequently-asked-questions.pdf
USAA - Government Shutdown Program | USAA
Robins Financial Credit Union - Government Furlough | Robins Financial Credit Union
City and local utility companies should be contacted directly to inquire about any further assistance available.
Utility Assistance Programs
If you have been living in your residence for over 1 year, you may contact your power and gas utility to inquire if you meet eligibility requirements for the Equal Payment Plan. This plan will average your utility costs over the entire year and provide an average monthly billing.
Salvation Army & Georgia Power Project
Privately Funded Utility Assistance Program
Georgia Power
(888) 655-5888
Flint Energies
478-988-3500