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Family Caregiver Resources in Georgia

Find out what systems, organizations, services and resources are available in your backyard.

General Resources

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GENERAL RESOURCE

Health Force of Georgia

Delivers compassionate care to allow loved ones to stay home for as long as possible. Health Force of Georgia is a leading provider of in-home, health care services serving the Atlanta area since 1986. Families trust us to deliver affordable, compassionate care to help loved ones continue living independently at home safely and securely.

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Georgia Department of Human Services Division of Aging

The Division of Aging Services assists older individuals, other at-risk adults and their families and caregivers to achieve safe, self-reliant lives.

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Aging and Disability Resource Connection (ADRC)

Georgia's ADRC currently serves all of the 159 counties across the state. Partners with organizations dedicated to: Providing accurate information about publicly and privately financed long-term supports and services.

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Rosalynn Carter Institute for Caregivers: Georgia Care Net

Georgia Care-Net is a statewide program created by the Rosalynn Carter Institute for Caregivers. Care-Nets are regional coalitions throughout the state of Georgia that bring together family caregivers and the agencies who serve them.

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Aging and Disability Resource Connection (ADRC)

The Culture Change Network of Georgia (CCNG) is a group of dedicated supporters and stakeholders working as partners to promote and foster culture change to improve the quality of life for older Georgians in all settings where aging services are delivered.

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State Health Insurance Assistance Program

Georgia SHIP provides free, unbiased information and assistance to Medicare beneficiaries and their caregivers with health and drug plans.Georgia SHIP helps people with Medicare understand their benefits and make informed decisions about health care options

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Georgia Long Term-Care Ombudsman Program

The Office of the State Long-Term Care Ombudsman (Georgia) seeks to improve the quality of life for residents of long-term care facilities (nursing homes, intermediate care facilities for the intellectually disabled, personal care homes, and community living arrangements).

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AARP

AARP Georgia is a nonprofit, nonpartisan organization dedicated to empowering Americans 50 and older in GA to choose how they live as they age.

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Caregiving 101

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Strategies for Family Caregivers in Georgia

Family caregivers in Georgia confront a diverse range of challenges that demand innovative solutions. From racial disparities in healthcare to rural isolation, stigma around mental health, and the financial strains ...

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Being Prepared - Challenges Faced by Family Caregivers in Georgia

To help you be informed and prepared, each challenge on this list aims to represent a particular perspective that you, as a caregiver living in the Peach State, might encounter.

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Agencies to Know in Georgia

Georgia Department of Human Services (DHS):
The DHS offers support to caregivers by providing programs and services like home-delivered meals and adult day care.

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Medicaid Redetermination - What it is and how to complete the process

As the pandemic’s influence on policies subsides our community will be impacted. One such impact is the redetermination of Medicaid coverage. Individuals will once...

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Health Resources

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HEALTH RESOURCE

Georgia Department of Public Health

The Georgia Department of Public Health (DPH) is the lead agency in preventing disease, injury and disability; promoting health and well-being; and preparing for and responding to disasters from a health perspective.

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HEALTH RESOURCE

Georgia Medicaid

A medical assistance program that helps many people who cannot afford medical care pay for some or all of their medical bills. Medicaid is administered by the Georgia Department of Community Health and pays medical bills with state and federal tax money.

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State Health Plan Benefit

Provides affordable, quality health care to Georgia’s teachers, state employees, public school employees and retirees.

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Caregiver Stories

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Uncharted Love: Kirby's Journey of Hope and Resilience with a Foster Child living with IDD

Kirby's world changed when the doctor diagnosed their foster child, Alex, with Cerebral Palsy. The emotional impact was...

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Guided by Love: Jamal's Journey as a Gen Z Caregiver in the Face of Prostate Cancer

Jamal, at 21, faced a devastating blow when his father Ahmed was diagnosed with prostate cancer. Overwhelmed with shock and emotion, Jamal took charge of...

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Blossoming Bonds: Tanner and Ivy's Journey as Foster Parents to Lillith and Claire

Tanner and Ivy became foster parents to sisters Lillith and Claire. They prepared their home and themselves by focusing on building trust, setting clear routines, and...

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Balancing Love: Silvia's Journey Through Parenting a Child with Autism and Caring for an Aging Father

Silvia, a loving mother to three, faced the complexities of parenting a child with Autism and caring for her aging father. She moved...

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Guiding Light in the Darkness: Jentry's Journey with Sibling's Substance Use and Mental Health Challenges

Jentry, caring for her younger sibling, Silas, with Substance Use Disorder has been a rollercoaster. Silas's mental health...

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Embracing Strength: Alonzo's Journey as a Caregiver in the Face of Uncertainty and a Heart Condition

Alonzo faced a life-altering moment as he stood by his weak and frail father in the emergency room of Augusta University...

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Steeped in Love: Leona's Journey Through Alzheimer's Caregiving

Leona and her mother, Helen, shared precious mornings over tea in their home in Coffee County. That is until Leona noticed subtle signs of forgetfulness. Routine lapses...

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Home & Community Based Resources

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HOME & COMMUNITY BASED RESOURCE

Georgia Department of Public Health

The Georgia Department of Public Health (DPH) is the lead agency in preventing disease, injury and disability; promoting health and well-being; and preparing for and responding to disasters from a health perspective.

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Georgia Department of Community Affairs

The GA Department of Community Affairs is a state agency that helps build strong, vibrant communities.

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DCAA Home Access Program

The Georgia Department of Community Affairs’ Home Access Program is designed to promote independence and allow persons with disabilities to reside in their homes with the appropriate home modifications and to avoid unnecessary entry into nursing homes.

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Financial Resources

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Georgia Department of Community Affairs

Rent, utility and other assistance for Georgia residents post-pandemic.

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Governor’s Office of Planning and Budget

The Emergency Rental Assistance program makes funding available to assist households that are unable to pay rent or utilities.

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Governor’s Office of Planning and Budget

The Emergency Rental Assistance program makes funding available to assist households that are unable to pay rent or utilities.

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Georgia Charitable Care Network

Provides a directory of free and charitable clinics which provide health services to Georgia’s uninsured and underserved. Also has a hearing aid dispatch program:  which provides hearing services with dignity and respect to uninsured, low-income people in Georgia.  (hearing aid package has a copay)

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Georgia Kinship Project

Provides a directory of free and charitable clinics which provide health services to Georgia’s uninsured and underserved. Also has a hearing aid dispatch program:  which provides hearing services with dignity and respect to uninsured, low-income people in Georgia.  (hearing aid package has a copay)

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FINANCIAL RESOURCE

Senior Information Network, Incorporated

Senior Information Network, Inc is a nonprofit group that strives to assist the senior community by providing vital information to help seniors remain independent and healthy in their own homes. Based in Atlanta, but committed to providing information for Seniors throughout Georgia.

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Legal Resources

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Workplace / Employer Resources

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WORKPLACE / EMPLOYER RESOURCE

Worksource GA

Connecting talented job seekers with opportunities statewide.

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WORKPLACE / EMPLOYER RESOURCE

Georgia Department of Economic Development (GDEcD)

The Georgia Department of Economic Development (GDEcD) plans, manages and mobilizes state resources to attract new business investment to Georgia, drive the expansion of existing industry and small business, ensure a skilled and capable workforce to meet employer needs.

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WORKPLACE / EMPLOYER RESOURCE

US Small Business Association (GA District)

Our office provides help with SBA services including funding programs, counseling, federal contracting certifications, and disaster recovery. We can also connect you to our partner organizations, lenders, and other community groups that help small businesses succeed.

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Specific Audience Resources

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American Parkinson’s Disease Association

APDA Information & Referral Center at Morehouse School of Medicine serves as a resource to the local community for referrals and education on Parkinson’s disease. As a part of the country’s largest grassroots organization providing the support, education, and research that will help everyone impacted by Parkinson’s disease live life to the fullest.

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Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration

SAMHSA’s mission is to lead public health and service delivery efforts that promote mental health, prevent substance misuse, and provide treatments and support to foster recovery while ensuring equitable access and better outcomes.

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Georgia Autism Center

The Georgia Autism Center (GAC) is highly committed and eager to assist individuals and families of children or loved ones with autism spectrum (ASD) and other related neurodevelopmental disorders to receive proper diagnoses, aid in the development of their individualized treatment plans, enhance independence, and foster the utmost quality of their lives.

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Georgia Department of Veterans Service

The Georgia Department of Veterans Service is an agency of state government created for the purpose of advising, counseling, and assisting Georgia’s veterans and their families in receiving their rightful benefits under the vast and complex framework of veterans’ laws

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ALS Association Georgia

Support, events, and care services for those diagnosed with ALS and for their families and caregivers

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Dementia Spotlight Foundation

Dementia Spotlight Foundation (org based in Georgia) provides dementia resources, education, and community for those living with dementia and their care partners

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Brain Injury Association of Georgia

The Brain Injury Association of Georgia is a non-profit organization serving individuals with brain injuries, their families, friends, and service providers in Georgia.

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Georgia Center of the Deaf and Hard of Hearing

Supports our community. Respects the rights, differences, diversity, and dignity of individuals. Provides a gathering place for the deaf and hard of hearing. Fosters and nurtures partnerships in Atlanta and across Georgia.

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Foster Care Resources

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FOSTER CARE RESOURCE

Georgia Center for Resources and Support

The Georgia Center for Resources & Support is available to assist families in locating needed resources.

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FOSTER CARE RESOURCE

Adoption & Foster Parents Association of Georgia

AFPAG concentrates on training and education of adoptive/foster parents and others working in the fields of adoption and family foster care. 

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FOSTER CARE RESOURCE

ChildKind

Empowers families caring for children involved with the child welfare system, specializing in those with special health care and developmental needs in Georgia.

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Intellectual or Developmental Disability  Resources

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IDD Resource

State ADA Coordinator’s Office

Provides comprehensive educational and technical support for State agencies so that those programs, services and activities operated by the State of Georgia are accessible and usable by everyone.

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IDD Resource

Georgia Council on Developmental Disabilities

The Georgia Council on Developmental Disabilities (GCDD) is a federally funded independent state agency that promotes and creates opportunities to enable persons with disabilities to live, work, play and worship as an integral part of society.

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IDD Resource

The Georgia Collaborative ASO

We help people live their lives to the fullest potential. The Georgia Collaborative makes our mission possible through effective partnerships with DBHDD, Individuals and providers.

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IDD Resource

Parent to Parent of Georgia

Supports Georgia families and individuals from birth to 26 impacted by disabilities or special health care needs.

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IDD Resource

Friends of Disabled Adults and Children

With a strong network of volunteers and partners, FODAC provides refurbished equipment and services for adults and children with disabilities to improve their overall quality of life. FODAC provides free or low-cost wheelchairs and other home medical equipment (HME), vehicle and home adaptations and more.

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