Health Blog

Host Homes: Frequently Asked Questions


We've gathered the most frequently asked questions about Host Homes in Georgia. Please let us know if you have any questions that are not Read more

Important Updates to Georgia’s Structured Family Caregiver (SFC) Program


If you are dedicating your time to caring for an elderly or disabled family member at home, Georgia’s Structured Family Caregiver (SFC) program offers Read more

Home Care vs. Senior Living Facilities


Should You Stay or Should You Go? Home Care vs Living Facilities Spoiler Alert: There's a Third Option! Thinking about senior care options for yourself or Read more

How to update your address or phone number with Medicaid (Georgia)


There are 3 ways to update your contact information with Medicaid in the State of Georgia. Method 1 You can update your information by logging onto Read more

What is the Georgia Elderly and Disabled Waiver Program (EDWP) and How Can it Help You?


The Georgia Elderly and Disabled Waiver Program can help those in need remain safe and independent in their homes and communities. Read more

How to get help when you're struggling to care for a family member at home


It can be difficult to care for a family member at home, especially if you're struggling to do it all on your own. If Read more

Happy 4th!


Caring Hands United wishes you a happy Independence Read more

Celebrate Independence Day at Home


Fun and Safe Ideas for Seniors! The 4th of July is a time for fireworks, barbeques, and celebrating freedom! But for some seniors, large crowds Read more

Vaccine Info

In a hurry? Click one of the links below, then enter your county, city or zip code in the search box (CDC search is by distance from zip code only):

GA Vaccine LocatorCDC Vaccine Locator

Georgia now has access to all 3 of the approved vaccines: Pfizer, Moderna, and Johnson & Johnson. Pfizer and Moderna require 2 doses on 2 separate visits; Johnson & Johnson’s vaccine is “one and done.” You aren’t limited to searching for the vaccine in your county of residence! According to the Georgia Department of Public Health, you should feel free to book a vaccination in any county where you can manage. Click any of the links below to view more information or visit Georgia Department of Public Health’s COVID-19 Vaccine Information page by clicking here.

Georgia Department of Health’s Vaccine Location Finder

The Georgia DPH vaccine locator tool only displays results of the locations with vaccine in stock. However, the local health department can still schedule a vaccination. Find a COVID Vaccination Site by clicking the link then entering your zip code in the search box:  https://dph.georgia.gov/locations/covid-vaccination-site

Pfizer Vaccine Location Finder

Visit the provided link, scroll down and click the button that says, “Yes I’m Eligible.” The link is: https://myvaccinegeorgia.com

Four mass vaccination sites will soon open in Macon, Albany, Habersham County and Hapeville just south of Atlanta. Register now: https://myvaccinegeorgia.com/en/site/ALL

CDC’s Vaccine Finder

This tool is pretty robust in that it lets you search the entire United States, and filter by which vaccine you want: Pfizer, Moderna, or Johnson & Johnson. Most of the results appear to be private locations, like grocery stores and pharmacies. The link is: https://vaccinefinder.org/search

Grocery Stores and Pharmacies

Kroger https://www.kroger.com/rx/guest/get-vaccinated
Publix https://www.publix.com/covid-vaccine
Walgreens https://www.walgreens.com/covid19vac
Ingles https://www.ingles-markets.com/pharmacy/pg1/pharmacy-sub/vaccinations
CVS https://www.cvs.com/immunizations/covid-19-vaccine
Walmart https://www.walmart.com/cp/1228302
U Save It https://www.usaveitpharmacy.com/26-locations

 


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