Elder Care Resources in Mecklenburg County, NC

Planning ahead for yourself or helping an aging parent in Mecklenburg County? The agencies listed here serve Mecklenburg County residents and can connect you with legal assistance, social services, and aging support programs.

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: Mecklenburg County Courthouse — address, phone & hours at nccourts.gov
• Mecklenburg County Courthouse is located in Charlotte, 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

• Mecklenburg County Department of Social Services: 301 Billingsley Road, Charlotte, NC 28222 — 704-336-3000
• Adult Protective Services: 704-336-2273
• NC DHHS Local DSS Directory

Aging Services

• Area Agency on Aging serving Mecklenburg County: Centralina Regional Council — 704-372-2416
• Contact your Area Agency on Aging for a current list of senior centers, meal programs, and in-home services available in Mecklenburg County.

Elder Law Attorneys

Looking for an elder law attorney in Mecklenburg 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