UTILITY ASSISTANCE
Local resources that can help with electricity, gas, water, heating, and other essential household utility needs in Dalton and Whitfield County.
DOC-UP Dalton
What they provide: Short-term financial help for Whitfield County residents with utility bills, rent, and minor prescription costs. Their current site says applicants generally need proof of Whitfield County residency, income, identification, and a qualifying bill.
📞 Phone/Text: (706) 609-0264
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The Salvation Army — Dalton Corps
What they provide: Emergency financial assistance that may include utility-bill help, along with food and other family-support services. Current local resource listings identify the Dalton Corps as providing utility assistance.
📍 Address: 1109 N. Thornton Ave., Dalton, GA
📞 Phone: (706) 278-3966
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North Georgia Community Action / LIHEAP
What they provide: Energy-bill assistance through Georgia’s Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) for eligible households. LIHEAP payments are made directly to the energy provider, and funds are limited.
📍 Address: 420 N. Hamilton St., Dalton, GA
📞 Phone: (706) 226-7241
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Whitfield County DFCS
What they provide: Connects residents with state assistance programs and can help direct households toward benefits and energy-assistance resources such as LIHEAP and other public support programs.
📍 Address: 1142 N. Thornton Ave., Dalton, GA 30720
📞 Phone: (706) 272-2331
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