Chatham County, Georgia
In-home care in Chatham County
Chatham County is Georgia's coast at its busiest: Savannah's historic district and midtown, growing Pooler and Port Wentworth to the west, and island communities like Wilmington, Skidaway and Tybee to the east. We provide in-home care across the county.
Some older adults here live far from their children, so the person arranging care may be several states away. Clear communication with a family at a distance matters as much as the care itself.
Where we provide care
Communities we serve in Chatham County
Every part of Chatham County, including:
- Savannah
- Pooler
- Garden City
- Port Wentworth
- Bloomingdale
- Thunderbolt
- Isle of Hope
- Wilmington Island
- Skidaway Island
- Tybee Island
What we provide
Home care services in Chatham County
Care from trained caregivers and nurses, with a registered nurse overseeing every care plan.
Personal Care
Bathing, dressing, grooming, incontinence care, and other personal hygiene support.
Companionship
Meaningful conversation, activities, and emotional support.
Meal Preparation
Nutritious meal planning and preparation tailored to dietary needs.
Medication Reminders
Timely reminders to help keep medications on track.
Transportation
Safe transportation to appointments, errands, and community outings.
Light Housekeeping
Keeping the home clean, organized, and safe for comfortable living.
Respite Care
Temporary relief for family caregivers so they can rest and recharge.
Nursing Care
Professional clinical care from Registered and Licensed Practical Nurses.
Overnight & 24-Hour Care
Awake overnight support, or round-the-clock care at home.
End-of-Life Support
Comfort, dignity and presence in the last months at home.
Coming home from the hospital
Help for the first days back
The days after a discharge are when a fall or a missed medication is most likely. If your family member is coming home from a hospital serving Chatham County, call us as soon as you know the date so we can arrange help at home for when they arrive — whether they are coming home from:
- Memorial Health University Medical Center
- St. Joseph's Hospital
- Candler Hospital
Paying for care
How families here pay for care
Medicaid EDWP
The Elderly & Disabled Waiver Program — delivered as CCSP or SOURCE. If you have Medicaid but not the waiver, we help you apply.
Private pay
Direct payment for care services, with no insurance involved and no approval to wait for.
Long-term care insurance
Coverage through an existing long-term care policy. We can bill your carrier directly.
For the Medicaid waiver, Chatham County is served by the Coastal Georgia Area Agency on Aging. Intake starts at (912) 514-1629. Do I qualify for the Medicaid Waiver Program?
Out in the community
See how we show up
Local resources
Senior resources in Chatham County
Help that is worth knowing about, whether or not you use us.
Senior Citizens, Inc.
A Savannah nonprofit at 3025 Bull Street that serves older adults in the area. Call to ask which programs fit your family.
Coastal Georgia Area Agency on Aging
The Area Agency on Aging for Chatham County — where Medicaid waiver (CCSP) intake starts, and where you can find programs for older adults and caregivers.
Common questions
Home care in Chatham County — answered
Do you serve Savannah's islands and Pooler?
Yes. We serve all of Chatham County, including Savannah, Pooler, Port Wentworth, Garden City, and Wilmington, Skidaway and Tybee islands.
I live out of state and my parent is in Savannah. Can you help?
Yes. Tell us what is going on and how you would like to stay informed. We communicate with families every step of the way, including those who cannot be there in person.
How do we apply for the Medicaid waiver in Chatham County?
Chatham is served by the Coastal Georgia Area Agency on Aging, so intake for the Elderly & Disabled Waiver Program (CCSP) starts with them at (912) 514-1629. SOURCE is enrolled through an approved SOURCE case management agency. Our two-minute check shows which is the likely fit.
Let's talk about care in Chatham County.
Tell us what is going on at home and we will tell you honestly what your options are — including the ones that do not involve us.
Not ready to talk to anyone yet?
Read our free family planning guide instead. It walks through the signs that it may be time for help, how to start the conversation, and what to ask any agency — at your own pace, with no phone call and no form.