Fannin County, Georgia
In-home care in Fannin County
Fannin County sits in the north Georgia mountains on the Tennessee line, with Blue Ridge as its county seat, McCaysville at the border, and Morganton, Mineral Bluff and Epworth nearby. We provide in-home care across the county.
Mountain roads and long distances can make it harder for family to drop in, and harder for an older adult to get to appointments, especially in winter weather. A regular caregiver can make those weeks much easier.
Where we provide care
Communities we serve in Fannin County
Every part of Fannin County, including:
- Blue Ridge
- McCaysville
- Morganton
- Mineral Bluff
- Epworth
What we provide
Home care services in Fannin 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 Fannin 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:
- Fannin Regional 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, Fannin County is served by the Northwest Georgia Area Agency on Aging. Intake starts at (800) 759-2963. Do I qualify for the Medicaid Waiver Program?
Out in the community
See how we show up
Local resources
Senior resources in Fannin County
Help that is worth knowing about, whether or not you use us.
Fannin County Senior Center
The senior center in Blue Ridge. Call ahead to confirm the current location, programs and hours.
Northwest Georgia Area Agency on Aging
The Area Agency on Aging for Fannin County — where Medicaid waiver (CCSP) intake starts, and where you can find programs for older adults and caregivers.
Common questions
Home care in Fannin County — answered
Do you provide care in the mountains around Blue Ridge?
Yes. Fannin County is one of the twenty Georgia counties we serve, including Blue Ridge, McCaysville, Morganton, Mineral Bluff and Epworth.
Can a caregiver take my parent to appointments from Blue Ridge?
Transportation is one of our services, and a caregiver can go in with them and help at the desk. Tell us where they need to go so we can plan the trip.
How do we apply for the Medicaid waiver in Fannin County?
Fannin is served by the Northwest Georgia Area Agency on Aging, so intake for the Elderly & Disabled Waiver Program (CCSP) starts with them at (800) 759-2963. 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 Fannin 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.