DULUTH, Ga. — To help members stay afloat amid the tidal wave of high gas prices, rising food costs and other recession-like signs, some of Georgia's credit unions are offering relief.

Georgia Credit Union Affiliates has tracked the relief efforts from a number of credit unions across the state. The $17 million Etowah Valley FCU has a short-term loan for members to help pay for back to school supplies as well as a loan product that cuts payments in half for six months for those who have lost their jobs.

"Members are facing a lot of financial challenges. The programs we offer help get them back on their feet," said Sonja Miller, member service representative at Etowah Valley FCU.

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