760K+
DeKalb County residents
15%
Population aged 65+
EDWP
Coverage subject to eligibility and any assessed cost share
24–48hr
Typical service start
DeKalb County is one of Georgia's most diverse and vibrant communities — from the historic square in Decatur and the iconic Stone Mountain Park to the thriving neighbourhoods of Brookhaven, Tucker, and Chamblee. It is home to world-class medical institutions including Emory University Hospital and Piedmont DeKalb Medical Center, and it is a community where families are deeply connected to the places and people they love.
For the growing number of seniors and individuals with disabilities living in DeKalb County, staying at home — in the neighbourhood they have known for decades, close to family — is not just a preference. It is a priority. At H.E.L.P. Home Care, we exist to make that possible.
We provide professional, non-medical home care throughout DeKalb County — personal care assistance, companionship, transportation, household management, and respite care — delivered by carefully screened, trained caregivers matched to each client's specific needs. Whether your loved one needs a few hours of help each week or full-time daily care, H.E.L.P. Home Care is the DeKalb County home care provider families trust.
We are also an enrolled Georgia Medicaid provider, accepting EDWP waiver authorisations — meaning eligible clients may receive Medicaid-funded services, subject to any assessed cost share.
Home Care Services in DeKalb County
Every client in DeKalb County receives a personalised care plan developed with their family. Services are available on a flexible schedule — from a few hours per week to around-the-clock care.
Personal Care Assistance
Compassionate help with bathing, dressing, grooming, oral hygiene, mobility assistance, and personal hygiene — preserving dignity while providing the physical support your loved one needs each day.
Companionship Care
Meaningful social connection, conversation, shared activities, reading, light outings, and engagement with community programmes — reducing isolation and supporting emotional wellbeing throughout DeKalb County.
Transportation for Seniors
Safe, reliable rides to Emory University Hospital, Piedmont DeKalb Medical Center, the Atlanta VA Medical Center, pharmacies, grocery stores, and social visits across DeKalb County.
Household Management
Nutritious meal preparation, light housekeeping, laundry, dishwashing, grocery shopping, and overall home maintenance — keeping your loved one's environment safe, clean, and functional.
Medication Reminders
Timely reminders to take prescribed medications on schedule — helping prevent missed doses and supporting adherence to treatment plans, particularly important for clients managing chronic conditions.
Respite Care for Families
Professional relief care for DeKalb County family caregivers who need time to rest, attend to their own health, work, or travel — while their loved one receives consistent, professional care at home.
Medical Transportation Destinations in DeKalb County
Our caregivers transport clients to and from major healthcare facilities across DeKalb County and the greater Atlanta metro:
→ Emory University Hospital
→ Children's Healthcare of Atlanta
→ Piedmont DeKalb Medical Center
→ DeKalb Medical at Hillandale
→ Atlanta VA Medical Center
→ Northside Hospital Duluth
→ Emory Decatur Hospital
→ Local specialist offices
Why H.E.L.P. Home Care in DeKalb County
DeKalb County seniors deserve care from a provider who understands their community — the pace of life in Decatur's historic squares, the close-knit character of Tucker and Stone Mountain, the growing senior population in Brookhaven and Lithonia, and the cultural diversity that makes DeKalb unique across Georgia.
H.E.L.P. Home Care combines local knowledge with professional standards. Every caregiver passes a thorough background check and receives ongoing training. We match each client with a caregiver whose skills, schedule, and personality fit — not just whoever is available.
As an enrolled Georgia Medicaid provider, we also help DeKalb County families navigate the EDWP waiver process from start to finish — including helping adult children enrol as paid caregivers. We handle the application, state coordination, and billing so families can focus on what matters.
✓ Screened, trained caregivers matched to each client
✓ Personalised care plans developed with your family
✓ Flexible scheduling — hourly to around-the-clock 24/7
✓ Georgia Medicaid EDWP accepted — an assessed client cost share may apply
✓ Family caregiver enrolment support
✓ Full EDWP application guidance at no charge
✓ Services typically start within 24–48 hours
DeKalb County by the Numbers
115,000+
Residents aged 60 and older — one of the fastest-growing senior populations in the Atlanta metro area.
EDWP Waitlist Warning
EDWP has limited slots allocated by level of need. Starting early — even before full-time care is needed — significantly improves your priority standing. Call 404-631-6222 to begin today.
Who We Help in DeKalb County
H.E.L.P. Home Care serves a wide range of clients and family situations throughout DeKalb County:
Seniors Ageing in Place
Older adults in Decatur, Tucker, or Stone Mountain who want to remain safely at home with the right level of daily support.
Post-Hospital Recovery
Clients discharged from Emory, Piedmont DeKalb, or the Atlanta VA who need transitional home support during recovery.
Individuals with Disabilities
Adults 18–64 with qualifying physical disabilities needing personal care or homemaker services — including EDWP-eligible clients.
Dementia & Memory Care
Clients with Alzheimer's or other forms of dementia who benefit from consistent, patient-centred care and supervision at home.
Family Caregiver Respite
DeKalb County families providing primary care who need regular or occasional relief from caregiving responsibilities.
Medicaid EDWP Clients
Clients enrolled in or applying for Georgia's EDWP waiver — we guide the full process from eligibility check to the first day of care.
Communities We Serve in DeKalb County
H.E.L.P. Home Care serves clients throughout DeKalb County. If you do not see your community listed, call 404-631-6222 — we may still be able to accommodate your location.
Decatur
Tucker
Stone Mountain
Brookhaven
Lithonia
Chamblee
Doraville
Clarkston
Avondale Estates
Pine Lake
Scottdale
Panthersville
Conley
Ellenwood
Belvedere Park
Dunwoody
Frequently Asked Questions — DeKalb County Home Care
Answers to the questions DeKalb County families ask most when considering professional home care.
Does H.E.L.P. Home Care serve DeKalb County, Georgia?
Yes. H.E.L.P. Home Care provides non-medical home care services throughout DeKalb County — including Decatur, Tucker, Stone Mountain, Brookhaven, Lithonia, Chamblee, Clarkston, Doraville, Avondale Estates, and surrounding communities. Call 404-631-6222 to confirm service in your specific area.
What home care services are available in DeKalb County?
H.E.L.P. Home Care provides personal care assistance (bathing, dressing, grooming, mobility), companionship care, transportation to appointments and errands, household management (meal prep, housekeeping, laundry), medication reminders, respite care for family caregivers, and Georgia Medicaid EDWP services. Services are available on a flexible schedule from a few hours per week to 24-hour care.
Does Medicaid cover home care in DeKalb County, Georgia?
Yes. Georgia's Elderly and Disabled Waiver Program (EDWP) covers personal care and homemaker services for eligible seniors and individuals with disabilities in DeKalb County. H.E.L.P. Home Care is an enrolled Georgia Medicaid provider — authorized services are covered subject to any assessed client cost share. Call 404-631-6222 to check eligibility and start the application.
Can H.E.L.P. Home Care transport seniors to Emory or Piedmont DeKalb Hospital?
Yes. H.E.L.P. Home Care provides transportation throughout DeKalb County, including to Emory University Hospital, Emory Decatur Hospital, Piedmont DeKalb Medical Center, the Atlanta VA Medical Center, specialist offices, and pharmacies. Our caregivers accompany clients to appointments, wait, and safely escort them home.
How much does home care cost in DeKalb County, GA?
Private-pay home care in DeKalb County typically costs $20–$27 per hour. Clients who qualify for Georgia's Medicaid EDWP waiver may receive Medicaid-funded services, subject to any assessed cost share. H.E.L.P. Home Care offers a free cost and eligibility consultation — call 404-631-6222.
Can a family member be paid to care for a loved one in DeKalb County?
Yes. Under Georgia's EDWP Medicaid waiver, eligible adult children, siblings, and other family members can become enrolled as paid caregivers through H.E.L.P. Home Care. Requirements include being 18+, passing a background check, and completing required training. Call 404-631-6222 to find out if your family qualifies.
How quickly can home care services start in DeKalb County?
For private-pay clients, H.E.L.P. Home Care can typically arrange a caregiver and begin services within 24–48 hours of an initial consultation. Medicaid EDWP services begin once state authorisation is received. Call 404-631-6222 to start the conversation today.
What is the difference between home care and home health care?
Home health care provides skilled medical services — nursing, physical therapy, wound care — prescribed by a physician. Non-medical home care (what H.E.L.P. Home Care provides) assists with daily living activities such as bathing, dressing, meal preparation, companionship, and transportation on an ongoing basis. Many DeKalb County seniors receive both services simultaneously through separate providers.
Ready to Arrange Home Care in DeKalb County?
Call H.E.L.P. Home Care for a free consultation. We assess your loved one's needs, explain your care options, and check Georgia Medicaid eligibility — at no charge, no commitment.
