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Home Care

Flexible Home Care Services in Eastern Georgia - From One Hour to 24/7

Serving Augusta, Athens, Thomson, Watkinsville, and surrounding communities with compassionate in-home care

We are licensed to service Home Care clients in the following counties: McDuffie, Burke, Columbia, Glascock, Hancock, Jefferson, Jenkins, Lincoln, Richmond, Screven, Taliaferro, Warren, Washington, Wilkes, Baldwin, Bibb, Crawford, Houston, Jones, Monroe, Peach, Pulaski, Putnam, Twiggs, Wilkinson, Banks, Dawson, Forsyth, Franklin, Habersham, Hall, Hart, Lumpkin, Rabun, Stephens, Towns, Union, White, Barrow, Clarke, Elbert, Greene, Jackson, Jasper, Madison, Morgan, Newton, Oconee, Oglethorpe, Walton, Bacon, Gwinnett, Rockdale, Appling, Bleckley, Candler, Dodge, Emanuel, Evans, Jeff Davis, Johnson, Laurens, Montgomery, Tattnall, Telfair, Toombs, Treutlen, Wayne, Wheeler, Wilcox, Bryan, Bulloch, Camden, Chatham, Effingham, Glynn, Liberty, Long, McIntosh

Home Care on Your Schedule - No Minimum Hours Required

At Family Care, Inc. we believe every family deserves access to professional home care, whether you need help for just one hour a week or around-the-clock support. Unlike many home care providers, we have no minimum hour requirements.

When you choose Family Care for home care services, you're choosing a local company that understands:

  • Every family's situation is unique
  • Care needs can start small and change over time
  • Flexibility and responsiveness matter
  • Quality care shouldn't require minimum commitments

Whether you need one hour of help per week or continuous care, we're here to support your family with professional, compassionate home care services. Your needs drive our schedule - not the other way around.

Personal Care Assistance

When daily activities become challenging, our caregivers provide respectful, professional assistance with:

  • Safe bathing and shower support
  • Dressing assistance while maintaining personal style preferences
  • Grooming and hygiene care
  • Mobility support around the home
  • Toileting assistance with dignity and respect

Every interaction prioritizes your loved one's comfort, preferences, and independence.

Medication Management

Managing multiple medications can be overwhelming and dangerous when doses are missed or mixed up. Our caregivers:

  • Provide timely medication reminders
  • Organize pill boxes and medication schedules
  • Monitor for side effects or changes in condition
  • Coordinate with pharmacies for refills
  • Communicate with healthcare providers as needed
  • Keep family members informed about medication compliance

This systematic approach prevents hospital readmissions and gives families confidence that medications are managed properly.

Transportation Services

Losing the ability to drive doesn't mean losing independence. Our caregivers provide safe transportation and accompaniment to:

  • Medical appointments and therapy sessions
  • Grocery shopping with assistance selecting items
  • Banking and essential errands
  • Religious services and community events
  • Social gatherings and family visits
  • Hair appointments and personal care services

We don't just drop off - we accompany and assist throughout each outing

Companionship That Enriches Daily Life

Isolation can be as harmful as any physical ailment. Our companionship services go beyond just "being there" to include:

  • Engaging conversations and active listening
  • Participation in hobbies and favorite activities
  • Card games, puzzles, and mental stimulation
  • Accompaniment on walks or outdoor time
  • Sharing meals to encourage proper nutrition
  • Technology assistance to stay connected with family

Homemaker Services

A clean, organized home supports physical and mental wellbeing. Our homemaker services include:

  • Light housekeeping focused on safety and cleanliness
  • Laundry, including bed linens and personal items
  • Meal planning and preparation following dietary requirements
  • Grocery shopping with attention to preferences
  • Organizing medications and important documents
  • Maintaining a clutter-free environment to prevent falls

Respite Care

Caring for a loved one is rewarding but exhausting. Our respite services give family caregivers the break they need - whether for a few hours or a few days. During respite care, we:

  • Maintain all regular care routines
  • Provide detailed updates on your loved one's status
  • Ensure medications and meals stay on schedule
  • Offer the same compassionate care you provide
  • Give you peace of mind to recharge

Hospice Support Services

When facing end-of-life care, staying home matters. Our hospice support caregivers:

  • Work seamlessly with hospice medical teams
  • Provide personal care with extra gentleness
  • Support family members during difficult times
  • Ensure comfort and dignity in familiar surroundings
  • Assist with household needs so families can focus on time together

Getting Started Is Simple

In Home Care

Free In-Home Assessment

We begin with a no-obligation visit to:

  • Understand your specific care needs and goals
  • Evaluate the home environment for safety
  • Discuss scheduling preferences - remember, no minimums required
  • Review payment options including Medicaid coverage
  • Answer all your questions about our services
  • Create a customized care plan

Immediate Support Available

Don't wait until a crisis. Early intervention with even a few hours of weekly support can:

  • Prevent accidents and hospitalizations
  • Maintain independence longer
  • Reduce family stress and worry
  • Improve quality of life

Frequently Asked Questions About Home Care

We're happy to assist you with our aide services without the need for a physician's referral. When you choose our services, a nurse will complete a thorough physical assessment during the admission process and provide ongoing supervision at no additional charge. However, for our skilled services, physician orders are necessary. Rest assured that our team will work with you every step of the way to ensure you receive the appropriate level of care tailored to your unique needs.

Fill out our form to learn about your Medicaid coverage options for Home Care.

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