Caregiver Support & Services GA

Beyond Care… Support & Services

Vision, Blind, and Hearing-Impaired Resources

Georgia Center of the Deaf and Hard of Hearing
- Provides counseling related to special equipment, ASL classes, employment services, community services and programs unique to individuals who are deaf or hard of hearing and their families.
- Home | Georgia Center of the Deaf and Hard of Hearing (gcdhh.org)

American Foundation for the Blind
For a century AFB has been expanding possibilities for people with vision loss by setting trends and devising innovative initiatives. For more information, please visit Home | American Foundation for the Blind (afb.org) or call (404) 525-2303

Eldercare Solutions for Senior Citizens

The Division of Aging Services (DAS) Programs and Services | Georgia Department of Human Services Division of Aging Services coordinates with other aging organizations to provide services to appropriately sustain older Georgians in their homes and communities. These services also provide support to family members and caregivers.
The Division of Aging Services (DAS) administers these programs through the Area Agencies on Aging (AAAs). Contact your local AAA for more information and to find out if the service is available in your region.
- Help at Home (Skilled Nursing Services, Home Health, etc.)
- Nutrition & Wellness
- Caregiver Programs

Area Agencies on Aging:

Atlanta Regional Commission Aging Division
Peachtree Street, NE
Suite 100
Atlanta, GA 30303

Coastal Georgia Area Agency on Aging
1181 Coastal Dr., SW
Darien, GA 31305

CSRA Area Agency on Aging
3626 Walton Way Extension, Suite 300
Augusta, GA 30909

Heart of Georgia Area Agency on Aging
331 West Parker St.
Baxley, GA 31513

Legacy Link Georgia Mountains Area Agency on Aging
4080 Mundy Mill Rd.
Oakwood, GA 30566

Middle Georgia Area Agency on Aging

175-C Emery Hwy.
Macon, GA 31217

Northeast Georgia Area Agency on Aging
305 Research Dr.
Athens, GA 30610

Northwest Georgia Area Agency on Aging

1 Jackson Hill Dr.
Rome, GA 30161

River Valley Area Agency on Aging

710 Front Ave., Suite A
Columbus, GA 31901

Southern Georgia Area Agency on Aging

1725 South Georgia Pkwy., West
Waycross, GA 31503

Sowega Council on Aging Southwest Georgia Area Agency on Aging

335 W. Society Ave.
Albany, GA 31701

Three Rivers Area Agency on Aging

13273 Hwy. 34 East
Franklin, GA 30217

Alzheimer’s and Dementia

24/7 Helpline 800.272.3900 or visit: Georgia Chapter (alz.org) — it’s free and confidential.

Cancer Support

American Cancer Society

Cancer Information Specialists are available 24/7 to answer your question about:
Specific cancers and coping with cancer
Treatment options and side effects
Medicines and pain control
Clinical trials
Prevention and screening
Quitting tobacco
There are many local and national resources available to cancer patients that they can refer you to including: patient services, support groups, social services, medical equipment, wigs and prostheses, transportation, lodging, and financial programs.

Call 8002272345 or visit How We’re Providing Support | American Cancer Society

Cancer Support Community

Cancer State Aid

The Cancer State Aid (CSA) Program was established in 1937 by the Georgia legislature at the request of Georgia physicians to reduce the burden and cost of cancer care for uninsured, under-insured, and low-income patients. For over 80 years, CSA has funded access to services for eligible patients diagnosed with cancer or conditions highly suspicious for cancer.

Visit Cancer State Aid | Georgia Department of Public Health or Contact the Cancer State Aid Program at 404-463-5111 for additional information.

American Diabetes Association

Connect with a live person at American Diabetes Association (M-F, 8:30 am – 8 pm) for support: 1-800-DIABETES or  https://community.diabetes.org/home
Check out these stress-free recipes, prep tips, and shopping lists to make and enjoy making healthy food that tastes great: https://www.diabetesfoodhub.org
Living with Type 2 Diabetes Program for patients and caregivers: Living With Diabetes | ADA
For a list of American Diabetes Association Accredited Diabetes Self-Management Programs, visit ADA Recognized Education Programs.

Counseling Services

Crisis Services hotline

For immediate access to routine or crisis services, please call the Georgia Crisis and Access Line (GCAL) at 1-800-715-4225. GCAL, Georgia Crisis and Access Line (GCAL) | Georgia Collaborative, is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week and 365 days (about 12 months) to help you or someone you care for in a crisis. GCAL professionals will:

Provide telephonic crisis intervention services
Dispatch mobile crisis teams
Assist individuals in finding an open crisis or detox bed across the State
Link individuals with urgent appointment services