Resource Library

Civic Organizations

resource information as of june ’25. most listings are linked to their respective websites for more information.

Information listed here is non-emergency resource information only. In the event of an emergency, please call 911

American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU)

legal services

770-303-8111

The ACLU of Georgia enhances and defends the civil liberties and rights of all Georgians through legal action, legislative and community advocacy, and civic education and engagement.

City of Rome Community Development

public resources

706-236-4477

Our mission is to improve the quality of life for our citizens through innovative programs in the areas of housing, economic development, and public facilities

clerk of court (Floyd)

community resources

706-291-5190

The Office of Superior Court performs a varied range of record keeping, information management and financial management functions in the judicial system. This office provides court support to each of our four superior court judges.

Department of Veterans Affairs

veterans services

1-800-827-1000

Veterans Healthcare
Veterans Benefits
National Cemeteries
Improve US preparedness for emergencies

Department of Veterans Affairs (Rome)

veterans services

(706) 295-6026

Veterans Healthcare
Veterans Benefits
National Cemeteries
Improve US preparedness for emergencies

Floyd County District Attorney's Office

county court system

(770) 748-1215

Our goal is to provide fair, effective and expeditious prosecution of crimes, both misdemeanors and felonies, in Floyd County.

Floyd County Emergency Management Agency

community resources

(706) 236-5002

Floyd County Emergency Management Agency is in charge of planning initiatives to prevent emergency situations, reduce vulnerability during disasters, and protecting residents from the effects of a crisis.

Floyd County Police

law enforcement

706-235-7766

The police department responds to reports of crime, assists with medical and psychiatric calls for service, interviews citizens, completes written reports and investigate allegations of crime.

Floyd County Public Defender's Office

legal services

(706) 234-0975

The Rome Judicial Circuit Public Defender’s Office provides a client centered approach to the zealous representation of our indigent community in criminal, delinquent, and dependency matters with respect for all.

Floyd County Sheriff's Office Posse

community resources

706-291-4111 (non-emergency)

FCSO has a volunteer program for individuals wanting to help their community. The FCSO Posse is activated for missing person searches, search and rescue, disasters, and many other reasons.

GA Advocacy Office, Inc

resources for people with disabilities

800.537.2329 (+TTD)

Our mission is to work with and for oppressed and vulnerable individuals in Georgia who are labeled as disabled or mentally ill to secure their protection and advocacy.

GA Department of Community Development

Disaster Response/ Military Family Emergency/ Blood Services

706-291-0556

Housing Development
Community Assistance
Finance Tools
Housing Vouchers
Homelessness & Housing

GA Legal Aid

legal services

1-833-457-7529

Our goal is to provide the public with easy access to basic legal information and legal resources in Georgia.

Latin American Association

Civic Engagement for Latin Americans

404-638-1800

Civic Engagment & Advovacy
Immigration Services
Economic Empowerment
Family Stabilization
Youth Services

GNTC Adult Education Center

adult education

706-295-6917

Classes operate year-round on the Georgia Northwestern Technical College calendar—spring, summer, and fall Semesters. Adults of all ages who have not graduated from high school in the United States or Canada or previously earned a GED® and who are at least 18 years old are eligible to enroll in classes at no charge.

NAACP - Rome Branch

advocacy for minorities

(706) 204-4176

National Association for the Advancement of Colored People, is a civil rights organization founded in 1909. Its mission is to ensure the political, educational, social, and economic equality of rights of all persons and to eliminate race-based discrimination.

NWGA Regional Commission

community resources

706-295-6485

Implement GA Planning Act of 1989
Area Agency on Aging
Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act
Providing planning and development assistance to member governments in areas they could not otherwise afford

PAWS of Floyd County

pet resources

(678) 901-3434

Shelter lost & unwanted pets
Pet Adoption/Rescue
Animal Control Operation
Pet code enforcement
Pet Spay/Neuter

Rome-Floyd Humane Society

pet resources

706-236-4537

Low-cost spay/neuter and vaccinations
Trap, Neuter, Release programs
Community pet food pantry Wednesdays
Responsible pet ownership and general pet care advice

Rome City Police

law enforcement

706-238-5111 (non-emergency)

We are dedicated to providing outstanding professional services through community partnerships that build trust, reduce crime, create a safe environment, protect the constitutional rights of our citizens, and enhance the quality of life within our community.

Rome Floyd County Fire Department

fire department

706-236-4500 (non-emergency)

The mission of the Rome-Floyd County Fire Department is to proudly protect lives, environment, and property of the citizens of Rome and Floyd County by providing prompt, skillful, cost-effective fire protection and life safety services.

Rome Transit Department/Paratransit

transit services

706-236-4523

RTD provides public transportation within the city limits of Rome, Georgia with 2 different services. RTD operates a Mainline Fixed Route Service and an on demand, curb to curb Para Transit Service.

Sara Hightower Regional Library

public library

706-291-0556

The Sara Hightower Regional Library System’s mission is to provide information, stimulate thinking, and support and enhance Floyd, Polk, and Chattooga Counties educational, informational, recreational, and cultural pursuits.

Social Security Office

benefits management

(800) 772-1213

Retirement Benefits
Disability Benefits
Survivor Benefits
Supplemental Security Income
Medicare

TRED

trail development

706-844-8509

TRED’s Mission is to enhance the community’s quality of life and economic development through an accessible, multi-use trail that promotes alternative, eco-friendly, recreation and transportation opportunities.