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When an older loved one in your life can't take care of themselves like they could in the past, you begin to worry. You worry about their safety and their health. You stay up at night thinking about their quality of life and how it can be improved. You may wonder whether you'll have enough time, energy, and patience to care for them while you balance your own family and work obligations. You've heard that most seniors - 94% according to Forbes - prefer to stay in their own homes as they age. But if the senior in your life can stay at home, what then?
For many families, home care in Forsyth, GA, presents an affordable, compassionate answer to that question. Home care is quickly becoming the first choice for older seniors because it supports the family while allowing your loved one to age gracefully in the familiar, safe surroundings of their own home and community.
If you're trying to keep your mom, dad, or senior relative safe and happy in the home they love, it's time to connect with Opa Home Care for a consultation.
At Opa Home Care, our goal is to serve your senior loved one throughout their aging journey. We do so by prioritizing a continuing care model customized to your senior loved one's needs. We often begin this relationship by providing compassionate in-home care services for seniors who only need a little help around the house. When a senior is discharged from a hospital or facility after a fall or illness, we offer short-term care in the weeks that follow their return home. And when a senior receives hospice and palliative care, we supplement that care by staying with them around the clock.
Opa's continuum of care involves a comprehensive approach to delivering healthcare services that are tailored to an individual's evolving needs over time. This integrated system covers preventive care, primary care, acute treatment, rehabilitation, and long-term support, with a focus on ensuring smooth transitions between different levels and settings of care.
By promoting coordination and continuity among healthcare providers and settings, the continuum of care aims to improve health outcomes, enhance the patient experience, and make more efficient use of resources, ultimately raising the overall quality of care provided to individuals and communities.
Simply put, families choose Opa because our caregivers and staff members truly care about the senior loved one in your life. Some highlights of our senior care program include:
We're proud to have a team of over 14,000 credentialed caregivers, CNAs, and nurses who work with our experienced leadership team to provide a tailored, efficient experience for clients.
When you trust Opa as your home care provider, you won't ever have to worry about your senior going without care. In the unlikely event that your scheduled caregiver must miss a shift, we'll have another caregiver lined up and sent to your home ASAP.
As in-home care experts, we understand that the need for compassionate care doesn't follow a 9-5 schedule. When you reach out with questions or concerns, you'll always find a person on the other end of the line. We'll take as much time as needed to understand your situation and work hard to set up intake in a quick, efficient manner.
At Opa Home Care, we know that no two seniors have the same needs and budget requirements. As such, we customize every one of our care plans to cater to your desires, needs, and budget.
In-home care is a valuable option for seniors who want to age comfortably in their own homes. Cost is a major concern for many families, but in-home care is often more affordable than people expect. Hiring an in-home caregiver for a few hours a week can be cheaper than other long-term care options, even for seniors with more complex needs. At Opa Home Care, we'll work with you to create a Care Plan that meets your needs and fits your budget. After assessing your or your loved one's care requirements, we'll design an in-home care plan that's both suitable and affordable for you.
Other potential resources to help offset potential home care costs can include:
Our team understands the challenges that come with aging. That's why Opa is dedicated to providing personalized care that's easily accessible. You can get started by calling one of our locations in Georgia, where a team member will listen to you and explain our in-home care options. We make scheduling calls and meetings simple, bringing dignity to you and your loved ones by offering a flexible, straightforward care process from beginning to end.
"Home is where the heart is." This saying may sound a bit cliche, but it holds true for many seniors in America. When given the choice, most older adults prefer to age in their own homes. According to an AARP study, three out of four adults over 50 want to stay in their homes and communities as they grow older.
When you consider why, it makes sense. A person's home represents a sense of security, comfort, and familiarity. Keeping seniors comfortable and healthy in their own homes as they receive care is the essence of aging in place. This approach ensures that, after spending time in a hospital or nursing facility, seniors can return home with the assistance of caregivers from home care agencies like Opa.
That's especially important because as we age, we often rely on others for assistance. When family members are too busy or live far away, in-home senior care becomes a practical solution. Home care services allow seniors to maintain personal independence while receiving reliable support from trained caregivers.
At Opa Home Care, we provide a comprehensive range of non-medical home care services to help seniors stay healthy while preserving their independence. As your senior loved one ages, giving them the gift of senior care is one of the best ways to express your love, especially if you live far away.
Some of the most common aging-in-place services we provide include:
If someone you care about is unable or unwilling to stay alone either during the day or overnight, our in-home caregiver services can provide the assistance they need. We understand that loneliness can have a significant impact on an individual's mental and physical health, and we are here to offer the necessary support to ensure their well-being.
Opa caregivers provide much-needed help with maintaining personal hygiene, dressing and eating, and aiding with mobility. We also provide transportation assistance, help facilitate communication, assist with medication management, offer support with home maintenance, and provide assistance with shopping and meal preparation.
Long-term spouses and partners rely on one another for companionship and love. That's why, at Opa, we can develop specialized care plans for aging couples who need home care in Forsyth, GA.
Opa caregivers are here to help you or your elderly family member with running errands like getting to and from medical appointments, picking up prescriptions or groceries, and attending community activities to stay engaged and active.
Sometimes, seniors need around-the-clock in-home care. Our experienced caregivers are available to stay with your loved ones for an extended period to ensure they stay happy and healthy at home.
Short-term care, also known as post-acute care, typically takes place following a hospital or skilled nursing facility discharge, which often occurs after a surgical procedure or illness necessitating assistance during the recovery period. Short-term care for surgery or illness recovery typically lasts several weeks. Our experienced short-term caregivers will follow your hospital's guidelines and your personalized support plan to ensure your senior's recovery and healing stay on track.
Some of the most common short-term home care services we provide at Opa include:
Loneliness can greatly affect someone's mental and physical well-being. That's especially true after having a major surgery or illness. If your loved one cannot or does not want to be left alone after being discharged from a hospital or care facility, our short-term caregivers are ready to help.
Short-term caregivers from Opa can provide essential support with daily personal care, including grooming, getting dressed, eating, and getting around. Our services also include transportation, communication assistance, medication management, household upkeep, and help with shopping and meal preparation.
We offer stand-by assistance while your senior loved one takes a shower, goes to the bathroom, moves from room to room, and walks outdoors. We can also provide stand-by assistance while your senior completes exercises and activities prescribed by Physical and Occupational Therapists.
Hospice care is not tied to a specific location; it's more about the approach to care itself. Most people who are nearing the end of their lives express a strong wish to spend their final months at home. This type of care involves a comprehensive team that considers the physical, spiritual, emotional, and social needs of the individual. Hospice focuses on providing comfort rather than pursuing curative treatments, without hastening the dying process.
While the hospice and palliative care team for your senior will provide medication and some additional support, they aren't able to be with your loved one all the time. Our caregivers are there to complement your hospice and palliative care team by offering round-the-clock assistance to the senior in your life. Opa caregivers can also ensure that the needs of a spouse are met during this challenging period. Our goal is to give your family the chance to cherish your loved one while our team takes care of their personal needs.
Homemaking services encompass a range of tasks, including cleaning, cooking, laundry, grocery shopping, home upkeep, and organization.
When a senior is going through hospice, personal care often suffers. We provide much-needed assistance with tasks such as eating, dressing, bathing, grooming, medication reminders, and more. That way, you can focus on spending time with your elderly parent or relative.
In challenging and emotional times, they say that it takes a village to stay healthy and focused. That's true in many aspects of life, but especially during hospice and palliative care. Our caregivers can help cook meals, provide transportation, and complete errands, so all you have to focus on is being present and positive.
At Opa Home Care in Forsyth, GA, a large percentage of our clients consist of selfless and concerned adult children who know their parents need extra help at home. Caring for your aging parents can be an incredibly rewarding act of love. As you reflect on the care they provided you while you were growing up, you now have the chance to reciprocate. However, caregiving comes with its own set of challenges. It's crucial to anticipate these challenges and learn how to effectively manage them in order to safeguard your own health and well-being.
Here are three of the most difficult challenges that family caregivers may encounter when looking after their elderly parents or loved ones.
As people age, their sleep patterns can be disrupted, causing them to wake up multiple times during the night. This can be due to a shift in their internal body clock, stress, or worry. If dementia is a factor, you may need to be vigilant, as sundowning and wandering could occur. Caring for your parents or a loved one requires a clear and rested mind, which is why getting enough sleep is essential for both your well-being and your ability to provide the best care. After all, you don't want to get so burnt out and tired that you take a trip to the hospital. Avoid getting burnt out and exhausted, as it could lead to a trip to the hospital.
Taking care of aging parents can feel overwhelming and like you're shouldering the entire brunt of responsibility. Moreover, thinking that you're the sole caregiver can be stressful and put unneeded strain on other relationships in your life. It's crucial to understand that caregiving is not a one-person task. Trying to handle it alone can lead to burnout, depression, and other serious health issues. It can also negatively impact the quality of care your parents receive.
Living with your parents can affect both your physical and emotional privacy, especially if one or both need significant amounts of attention. This can lead to feelings of fear and disorientation when you're not around. Similarly, it can be challenging for your parents to maintain their own privacy while you're taking care of them.
It's crucial to have a break from caregiving to maintain a healthy life balance. Opa's in-home caregivers can give you that essential time off while ensuring top-notch care for your parents. Our aging-in-place services provide opportunities for your parents or older relatives to socialize and enjoy engaging activities, all while giving you the chance to focus on self-care. Rest assured that your parents are in good hands while you take a well-deserved break.
One of the biggest reasons why clients choose Opa Home Care is because we believe working with seniors is a privilege. Our caregivers love what they do and find joy in keeping older adults healthy, happy, and safe at home. When we work with your loved one, we want to get to know them. We want to know the foods they like, the music they listen to, and what makes them feel comfortable. We want to know if they would rather watch a movie or go for a walk. They may forget to take their meds, but we'll be there night and day to remind them. Our goal is to provide the maximum amount of comfort, independence, and compassionate care to every client we serve.
The first step in getting quality home care in Forsyth, GA, starts with a one-on-one consultation with an experienced Opa care coordinator. This initial meeting is needed so our team can learn more about your needs and the level of care you require. If you're ready to help the senior in your life age in the solitude of their home, we're ready to help.
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Forsyth drivers are expecting improvements to the road, but some residents living next to the road say the road's driving them crazy since construction started.More VideosFORSYTH, Ga. — Brace yourself before you start driving on Montpelier Avenue.Forsyth drivers are expecting improvements to the road, but some ...
Forsyth drivers are expecting improvements to the road, but some residents living next to the road say the road's driving them crazy since construction started.
FORSYTH, Ga. — Brace yourself before you start driving on Montpelier Avenue.
Forsyth drivers are expecting improvements to the road, but some residents living next to it say the road has been driving them crazy since construction started.
Karen Gray is from Jackson. During the week, she helps care for her grandkids in Forsyth at her daughter's home on Montpelier Avenue.
Gray said they love the home they've had for the past four years, but they only recently noticed issues with the road they live on.
"It sounds like somebody's crashing," she said.
They hear pops from people's tires as they drive over what looks like a pothole in front of their home.
Gray said it happens throughout the day and night.
"It'll keep you up late," she said. "If you hit it hard enough, it does under-car damage or hub caps."
One night, Gray said she heard a noise in the front yard. The following day, she found a metal tire rim on the lawn as she was getting ready to take her grandkids to school.
"That does damage to cars, tires especially, and they're not cheap to get fixed," she said.
In July, the City of Forsyth announced using over $2M from SPLOST funds to resurface, widen and improve drainage in one mile of Montpelier Avenue and Road.
"The original project notice to proceed date was Aug. 1," Utilities Director Mike Batchelor said. "This was pushed back to Aug. 19 to allow for the school traffic to die down and adjust to the new traffic pattern as the 1st day of school was Aug. 1. The project was delayed for several weeks due to unanticipated utility location conflicts."
Gray said she noticed the road issue sometime in August when construction started.
Batchelor said the "pothole" is actually a road cut made to repair a leaking water line. He added that the cut was unrelated to the construction project. The temporary solution was to fill the cut with sand and gravel.
"The cut and repair were completed on 9/17," he said. "The cut was then filled with a mixture of sand and gravel. As you can imagine, with a water line leak, the ground under the roadway is still extremely wet at this time. The road cut is then allowed to settle for two to three weeks. During this time, the location is monitored and filled out as needed. The city would then return to compact the gravel and install a permanent asphalt patch."
Months after the issue appeared, Gray explained how she can tell the difference between the kinds of vehicles that drive by.
"The trailers that carry stuff, they're noisy," she said. "If they don't have a lot on them, they bounce."
Batchelor said, "Around Oct. 1, before the patch could be made, the roadway contractors began work in that area on the Montpelier widening and resurfacing project. Due to the lane closures and the nature of the contractor's work, the city is unable to make an asphalt repair at this time."
Getting in and out of the yard isn't much trouble for Gray or her family because they can avoid the problem on the way in and out.
"I don't go very fast because I'm just starting going in and out and slowing down and coming back," she said.
She's more concerned about the people driving by who might not know what they're approaching on Montpelier Avenue.
"I know they have to come out and work and do their work," she said. "It's just the more cars that drive over it; it just needs to be filled more often or something a little more permanent."
According to the utilities director, "I have spoken with the contractor, and they have agreed to conduct the necessary patching needed at this location as they will be resurfacing the entire roadway anyway. In the meantime, a steel plate will be placed over the road cut until repairs can be completed."
Batchelor said the steel plate is the temporary solution until they can complete the project, which should permanently solve the issue.
Batchelor also shared the project's timeline with us.
"The original time frame allotted for the project was 180 days. The contractor resumed construction around Oct. 1. I'm not sure of the actual date. The original date of completion for the project is Jan 28th, 2025. However, the contractor could receive an extension if requested because of the delay needed for re-engineering."
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FORSYTH COUNTY, Ga. — Even in the midst of a court battle with the state to keep their license after they were accused of failing to report a teacher for sexually assaulting a student, a Forsyth County school and childcare center tells Channel 2 Action News that they’ve sold the school.“The first thing I think of is what is the safety for the children. Are the kids going to be under the same administration and the same guard rails that failed last time?” are the questions Attorney John Bey has after lear...
FORSYTH COUNTY, Ga. — Even in the midst of a court battle with the state to keep their license after they were accused of failing to report a teacher for sexually assaulting a student, a Forsyth County school and childcare center tells Channel 2 Action News that they’ve sold the school.
“The first thing I think of is what is the safety for the children. Are the kids going to be under the same administration and the same guard rails that failed last time?” are the questions Attorney John Bey has after learning that Cornerstone Schools has been sold.
Bey represents two families suing Cornerstone Schools.
“What is going to protect the children from this happening again?” Bey asked.
Channel 2′s Candace McCowan received a statement from the owners of Cornerstone Schools:
“Over the last three to four years, Cornerstone has been approached by numerous prospective buyers. Last year, the Martins determined because of their ages and desire to have some freedom, they would sell to an appropriate buyer. St. John Bosco Academy initiated due diligence about eight months ago, and the Martins ultimately agreed on terms, with the sale being consummated in October 2024.”
This all comes as the president of the school, Angela Martin, was arrested and charged with failure to report, after a teacher at the school Tulsi Patel was accused of sexually assaulting a preschooler.
Patel was let go from Cornerstone.
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But months later, she went on to work at an Alpharetta childcare center, where she’s charged with sexually assaulting several 4-year-olds.
“I think that’s why it’s so important to ask those questions about who is going to be heading this up and who is going to be responsible,” Bey said.
The new owner of Cornerstone is St. John Bosco Academy. They will take over in May 2025 and Channel 2 Action News was told “the Martins will not be involved with the property or school.”
But that still leaves months before new owners step in. And according to the Georgia Department of Early Care and Learning, they still want to revoke Cornerstone’s license for failing to report the sexual assault.
Cornerstone will still have to fight an appeal before an administrative judge if they want to keep their license and keep operating their childcare center until the new owners take over.
Cornerstone is still waiting to learn when they will appear before that judge and fight to keep their license.
This leaves parents of students at Cornerstone in limbo. They’ll have to reapply for school next year or find somewhere else. Maybe even sooner, depending on what the judge decides about their license.
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The Dan Pitts Stadium in Monroe County is slated to receive a $17.5 million makeover by next school year.The Monroe County Board of Education approved the final bond pricing agreement for the school district’s fieldhouse and stadium renovations project on Tuesday, following a unanimous decision last week by the Monroe County Public Facilities Authority to issue the district nearly $17 million in re...
The Dan Pitts Stadium in Monroe County is slated to receive a $17.5 million makeover by next school year.
The Monroe County Board of Education approved the final bond pricing agreement for the school district’s fieldhouse and stadium renovations project on Tuesday, following a unanimous decision last week by the Monroe County Public Facilities Authority to issue the district nearly $17 million in revenue bonds for stadium renovations.
Updates will include visitor restroom renovations, visitor bleachers, concessions, press box improvements, construction of a new plaza, parking lot improvements, field lighting, landscaping and more, according to a post the facility authorities made last week.
Bleachers for the stadium have been ordered, and surveyors are now at 50% completion on the project’s construction drawings, school official shared at last week’s regular board meeting.
The developing project is only 10% complete, and it will be funded by an Education Special Local Sales Tax, commonly referred to as an ESPLOST.
Some locals praised the multimillion-dollar project, citing it as a vital enhancement for the Mary Persons High School Bulldogs, while others expressed concern on social media about its effect on property taxes and not having a say in the voting process to fund the project.
“Can’t have another middle school for all kids but sure can get a loan for fixing up a stadium that only a small percentage of kids use. Don’t forget when the repairs go over budget, which they always do, they automatically get more money. 17 mil is a ridiculous number,” Monroe County resident Anthony White commented.
Monroe County Schools Superintendent Jim Finch said in an email that the public actually did have a say in the process. The public approved an ESPLOST referendum in November 2022, with a 67% passing rate, he said.
“The stadium project was included in the referendum,” Finch said. ”It was a continuation of an existing ESPLOST, so it did not raise taxes.”
ESPLOST is a one-cent tax used by school systems to fund public education initiatives such as building renovations, acquiring property for future schools, and improving fieldhouses and stadiums.
County leaders planned in 2022 to use the ESPLOST funds to raise up to $39.5 million over the span of five years.
Board Chair Stuart Pippin noted Tuesday that voters in Monroe County are typically in favor of ESPLOST-funded projects.
Monroe County Schools will be responsible for all payments on the approved bonds, and the maximum interest rate on the bonds is 5.5% with the bonds maturing no later than Aug. 1, 2039, according to the finance authorities.
The school district is using Raymond James Inc., a financial services firm, to assist with the project’s funding.
The motion to approve the final bond pricing resolution for the fieldhouse and stadium renovations passed with five votes in favor, one opposed and one abstaining.
Pippin abstained from the voting process, noting that he wanted to remain transparent about his current job position at United Bank.
United Bank was one of the investors who purchased bonds, Finch said.
School officials expect that the fieldhouse and stadium renovations will be completed by August 2025.
The Monroe County Public Facilities Authority is a governing body made up of the five members of the Monroe County Board of Commissioners.
The company confirms they're looking at Monroe County for their next Georgia location. Here's where and what they still have ahead of themMore VideosMONROE COUNTY, Ga. — You could soon have another spot to grab Beaver Nuggets and the famous Buc-ee's brisket sandwich here in Central Georgia.Georgia's next Buc-ees location could be in Monroe County, only 30 miles away from...
The company confirms they're looking at Monroe County for their next Georgia location. Here's where and what they still have ahead of them
MONROE COUNTY, Ga. — You could soon have another spot to grab Beaver Nuggets and the famous Buc-ee's brisket sandwich here in Central Georgia.
Georgia's next Buc-ees location could be in Monroe County, only 30 miles away from the state's first location in Fort Valley. The company confirms they have their eyes on land near the Rumble Road exit of I-75.
“Buc-ee’s is actively pursuing a location for our next Georgia store in Monroe County," Buc-ee's Director Real Estate Stan Beard, Jr. said in an email. "We have plenty of work still to do, and planning steps to complete, but we’re excited about the opportunity.”
The statement reflects that the regulatory road ahead of the company is anything but complete, but the company has its eyes on Monroe County.
President of the Development Authority of Monroe County Joyce White says the company still needs zoning approval, and the company hopes to go before the Monroe County Commission in December to get the green light.
White says their proposed site is at the northwest corner of Rumble Road off I-75, next to Meadows Clay Shooting.
“Something was going to come there," White said. "We’re excited about it being Buc-ees. They are just a good steward or neighbor to have in our community.”
Because it's next to I-75, the land would be either a warehouse or some large industrial development, White said. But with Buc-ee's eyeing the land, White says the location will offer good jobs with benefits and friendly faces.
“A lot of people get excited about working for Buc-ees," White said. "It's friendly, it pays well, they have good benefits.”
If Monroe County approves, it would take roughly 15 months from construction beginning to the Buc-ee's opening, White said.
“They’ve done well in Georgia,” White said.
The company has previously promised that new Buc-ee's locations create 200 full-time jobs, which include paid vacation, above-minimum wage pay, health benefits and 401K matching.
It's been a long process as well. White says that Buc-ee's has been working on this for over a year, and just recently, they revealed their identities, as White says is typical for many real estate development projects.
She said she had her suspicions though due to the size of the gas station and the number of gas pumps.
"All I can say is they have been working on their due diligence (infrastructure questions) for over a year and once they were comfortable, they identified themselves," White said. "They believe Rumble Road and i-75 will be a great location for a store."
Buc-ee's has a new location set to open near Brunswick in June 2025. They broke ground in late January of this year.
There are currently two Georgia locations in Warner Robins and Calhoun are only 53,000 square feet. Warner Robins was the first Buc-ee's in the Peach State when they opened in November 2020.
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