Eviction Stories & Steps

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Real Stories. Practical Steps. A Path Forward.

Eviction Stories & Steps is a Circles Cobb video series created to help individuals and families better understand what happens before, during and after an eviction. Through honest conversations with people who have experienced eviction firsthand and community experts who work alongside those facing housing instability, the series offers practical information, helpful resources and hope for what comes next.

Whether you’re facing eviction yourself, supporting someone who is or simply want to better understand the realities behind housing instability, we invite you to start here.

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  • 08 | DURING: Understanding the Eviction Process - Part 2
    • 9/21/26

    08 | DURING: Understanding the Eviction Process - Part 2

    What can follow you after an eviction case is over? Circles Cobb Executive Director Barbara Garner continues the conversation with Greg Hill about collections, eviction judgments and the longer-term impact an eviction record may have. They discuss important differences between collections and eviction records, how they may affect future housing opportunities and why understanding what happens after an eviction matters.

  • 07 | DURING + AFTER: The Mental Health Side of Evictions
    • 9/21/26

    07 | DURING + AFTER: The Mental Health Side of Evictions

    Eviction isn’t only a housing crisis – it can also take a serious emotional toll. Circles Cobb Executive Director Barbara Garner and Chris James discuss the mental health impact of eviction and housing instability on adults, children and families. They explore coping during a crisis, finding emotional and mental health support, and continuing the recovery process afterward. If you’re struggling, you are not alone – support and resources are available.

  • 05 | DURING: Rental Assistance + Community Resources
    • 9/21/26

    05 | DURING: Rental Assistance + Community Resources

    Struggling to pay rent? Help may be available before an eviction escalates. Rodney Jones of RENTFLOW, and Autumn Sines, Executive Director of Family Promise of Cobb County, discuss where to look for rental assistance and community resources, including local and national organizations that support renters in crisis. They also share what to watch for when seeking help – including how to recognize and avoid rental assistance scams. Reaching out early may give you more options and time to act.

  • 04 | DURING: The Eviction Process Part 1
    • 9/21/26

    04 | DURING: The Eviction Process Part 1

    What happens once the eviction process begins – and how quickly do you need to act? Greg Hill and Autumn Sines explain the early stages, including demand letters, court filings, service of notice and response deadlines. They also discuss how a filing may affect your rental record and future housing. Understanding the process can help you recognize important deadlines and make informed decisions. This video is for educational purposes and is not legal advice.