Services

      ID & Birth Certificates    

At Loaves and Fishes Ministry of Macon, will continue to navigate the difficulties of  obtaining a valid ID and/or birth certificate which is the first step(s).  Our focus is to support our community and not turn anyone away if we have the resources to assist them during their time of need.  We want to be the support to move those in need forward toward a  self-reliant lifestyle.

 To schedule an appointment call  (478) 741-1007 ext. 102  on Tuesdays to obtain an ID or Birth Certificate.   If applicable,  bring the the following supporting documents listed below with you to your appointment.

“Please inform Coordinator, if you do not have any of the following documentation, to ensure you will receive the necessary step to obtaining your birth certificate or ID.”

 

ID

  • Original birth certificate (no photocopies)
  • Social security card or an official government document (such as a W2 or a letter from the Social Security Administration) with your name and SSN on it.
  • 2 documents with your name, address, and the date. These documents could be two pieces of mail, a paycheck stub, etc.
  • Proof of income including food stamps, disability, SSI, paychecks, child support checks, etc.

Birth Certificate

  • Valid photo ID, such as:
  • Driver’s License or another state issued ID card (valid or expired less than 1 year), employee ID Card, valid passport, military ID, current school ID,
  • If you do not have an ID, your parent, sibling, or adult child that does have an ID can get your birth certificate for you
  • If you were born in another state, the documents required vary based on the laws of that state. Most states require a valid ID.

Food Assistance

All food assistance appointments will be taken by phone. Please call (478) 741-1007 ext. 108 to schedule your appointment.

  • Call on Monday 11:00 am – 12 noon to pick up groceries on Tuesday at 10a
  • Call on Tuesday 11:00 am – 12 noon to pick up groceries on Wednesday at 10a

    Meals Provided

  • Breakfast: Tuesdays 9a -9:30a
  • Lunch: Tuesdays 12n – 12:30p
  • Meal: Monday – Thursday 3p – 3:30p

        Showers

       Mondays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays                                               Time:  10a – 1p.

 Hygiene Toiletry  Kits are provided:   Containing clean towel and washcloth, Shampoo, Deodorant, Bar Soap, Comb Toothbrush, Toothpaste,  Shaving Cream and/or other specific items  if needed.

    Laundry Service

Thursdays  laundry service  is provided to our unsheltered  friends.  Drop-off  at 9a and pick -up at 3p.

Bible Study

 Every Thursday

Prescription Assistance 

Prescription assistance is provided on-site at Loaves and Fishes Ministry every Tuesday from 9am-11am.

Eligible persons receive up to $250 for prescription assistance per year to obtain medications in the following categories:   hypertension, diabetes, cardiovascular disease, high cholesterol, kidney conditions, seizure, bronchitis, pneumonia, antibiotics,  psychotropic medication, etc.

“We do not provide assistance for pain medications.”