2 Atlanta groups that help homeless being investigated

The Social Security Administration is investigating two Atlanta organizations that were assisting about 500 homeless and disabled people by receiving their Social Security checks and helping them manage their finances.

The Social Security Administration suspended the certifications for Potter’s Fund and Help Group Services, according to a press release. Calls to both organizations were not answered late Monday.

Patti Patterson, the Atlanta regional communications director for the Social Security Administration, declined to provide any details other than to confirm the investigations were under way.

People who were using the Potter’s Fund and Help Group Services will have to find new agencies to help them handle their finances. Crossroads Community Ministries at 420 Courtland St. will hold a fair from 2 to 4 p.m. Tuesday and on July 21 and July 28 to aid their search.