CareSource Georgia Ramps Up Recovery and Assistance Efforts in Response to Hurricane Helene

In the wake of the devastation caused by Hurricane Helene, CareSource, a nonprofit, managed care organization serving over 440,000 Georgians, has been actively working to provide relief and support to impacted communities across the state. Through its disaster recovery initiatives, CareSource is committed to addressing the immediate needs of affected members and
offering long-term recovery support.

CareSource team members delivering water and supplies in Toombs, Jeff Davis, and Evans County. (Photo: CareSource)

Since the hurricane made landfall, CareSource's Life Services team has outreached and began offering resources and support to members directly impacted by the storm. The organization's efforts are focused on providing critical resources including food, housing assistance, emergency financial aid, utility support and debris cleanup.

“We are standing with the communities affected by Hurricane Helene, doing everything we can to ensure they have access to the resources and support they need,” said Jason Bearden, market president, CareSource Georgia. “Our priority is to help our members, their families and their communities navigate this challenging time and provide relief where it’s needed most. We will continue working to support those impacted by Hurricane Helene as our state continues to recover.”

Immediate Actions and Support

To date, CareSource’s relief efforts include:

• Collaboration with Walmart: Successfully delivered 1,824 cases of water across key counties such as Jefferson and Toombs.
• On-the-ground assistance: CareSource team members are working alongside the National Guard to distribute supplies in Toombs, Jeff Davis and Evans counties.
• Resource referrals: Members in the affected areas have been connected to vital services such as FEMA, American Red Cross, GEMA, local shelters, food banks and other relief organizations.

Member Outreach and Concerns

Life Coaches from CareSource have been in constant communication with members to address their concerns and connect them with the correct organizations and resources at the local, state and federal levels. The most requested assistance includes:

• Housing assistance
• Baby care items
• Debris cleanup
• Access to food and utilities

Despite some barriers, such as difficulty in reaching certain members and transportation challenges, CareSource continues to mobilize its resources to assist those in need.

CareSource's efforts are focused on providing critical resources. (Photo: CareSource)

Looking Ahead

CareSource is also preparing to address the long-term impacts of Hurricane Helene, including concerns related to school and daycare closures, which are affecting

members' finances and their ability to maintain employment. CareSource’s Member Engagement team will be distributing detailed resource lists to impacted members across several counties, including Jefferson, Toombs, Ware and Richmond.

As the recovery process continues, CareSource remains dedicated to providing ongoing support to all affected members. A comprehensive Disaster Relief Resource List has been made available, which includes contact information for organizations like the Red Cross, Salvation Army, Feeding Georgia and others. These resources are designed to help members access food, shelter and financial aid as they rebuild their lives.

For more information, members can contact the Member Service number at 1-800-488-0134 or visit CareSource's website for additional updates and support.