Mercy Senior Care

About Mercy Senior Care

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They were founded in 1979, Mercy Senior Care has been sponsored by the Sisters of Mercy and Saint Joseph’s Health System since 1989. Their mission to care for the aging residents of northwest Georgia has been carried into the future by Mercy Senior Care’s compassionate, competent staff, an active board of directors and a dedicated group of volunteers.

Mercy Senior Care is committed to responding to the needs that are not met of older persons living in the Rome, Georgia community and is the only program of its kind operating in Northwest Georgia. They offer health services, employment opportunities and supportive services to senior citizens and those who care for them in an effort to enhance quality of life and assist in the maintenance of independent life styles including: Adult Day Health - a comprehensive, community-based program designed to promote the dignity and independence of its clients, while providing health and support services to these persons and their families. Services include transportation, meals, nursing services, therapeutic activities, social services and socialization., Senior Employment Program - helps low income persons 55 and older to gain new skills training and job placement support., On-The-Job Training Program - designed to assist unemployed persons aged 50 and older who have encountered barriers to employment. Workers are placed in public or private sector jobs and the employer is reimbursed for a portion of the worker’s training., Caregiver Support Program - monthly support groups hosted by Mercy Senior Care allow caregivers time to discuss concerns, share ideas and resources and seek renewal of spirit., Grands Who Care Program - support services for grandparents who are raising their grandchildren. Program offers twice monthly support groups, individual case management, health management, counseling, home visits, referrals, transportation and advocacy.

Since this is a sliding fee scale clinic, we have provided the Federal Poverty Guidelines below. Visit the Mercy Senior Care website listed above to see what the level is needed for free care.