Elder Care Resources in Macon County, NC

From guardianship filings at the Franklin courthouse to Medicaid applications at the local DSS office, Macon County has the resources your family needs. Here's how to find them and what to expect.

The information on this page is for educational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. Please consult a licensed North Carolina attorney for guidance specific to your situation. Learn more about ElderAdvocate.law.

Guardianship & Legal

• Clerk of Superior Court: Macon County Courthouse — address, phone & hours at nccourts.gov
• Macon County Courthouse is located in Franklin, NC. Guardianship petitions are filed with the Clerk of Superior Court.
• Step-by-step: how to file a guardianship petition in North Carolina

Social Services

• Macon County Department of Social Services: 1832 Lakeside Drive, Franklin, NC 28734 — 828-349-2124
• Adult Protective Services: Call the main DSS number above
• NC DHHS Local DSS Directory

Aging Services

• Area Agency on Aging serving Macon County: Southwestern Commission — 828-586-1962
• Contact your Area Agency on Aging for a current list of senior centers, meal programs, and in-home services available in Macon County.

Elder Law Attorneys

Looking for an elder law attorney in Macon County? Search our attorney directory or contact the NC Bar Association Lawyer Referral Service at 1-800-662-7660.

Additional Resources

• NC DHHS Division of Aging and Adult Services
• NC Guardianship Association
• Legal Aid of NC — free civil legal help for qualifying residents
• NC Courts — forms and self-help filing information