Isothermal Planning & Development Commission
Region C
Area Agency on Aging
- Phone: 828-287-2281
- Address: P.O. Box 841, Rutherfordton, NC, 28139
- Visit agency website
Free senior care resources
Rutherford County, NC
Local aging agencies, meal programs, and in-home care contacts for families in Rutherford County.
1 aging agency 8 in-home providers 1 meal program
Independent directory. Last verified June 12, 2026. Call ahead because services and availability change.
Areas served
Cities: Bostic, Caroleen, Chimney Rock, Cliffside, Ellenboro, Forest City, Harris, Henrietta, Lake Lure, Rutherfordton, Spindale, Union Mills
ZIP codes (12)
28018, 28019, 28024, 28040, 28043, 28074, 28076, 28139, 28160, 28167, 28720, 28746
A practical first call
Where to start in Rutherford County
Use the county-specific contacts below in this order. Call ahead because eligibility, service areas, and waitlists can change.
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Start with the public aging network
Isothermal Planning & Development Commission serves Rutherford County and can help screen for public benefits, transportation, caregiver support, and other local services.
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Ask about meals and nutrition
Rutherford County Dept of Aging / Senior Center is the listed county contact. Ask about eligibility, delivery days, current availability, and any waitlist.
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Compare help at home
This directory lists 8 in-home providers for Rutherford County. Confirm service area, licensing, availability, and total cost before choosing one.
Public aging network
Area Agencies on Aging and local services
Meals and nutrition
Meals on Wheels
Rutherford County Dept of Aging / Senior Center
Rutherford County
- Phone: 828-287-6409
Care at home
In-home care providers
Non-medical home care
Active state-license records.
| Agency | City | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| A Primary Choice, Inc | Forest City | (910) 865-3500 | — |
| Abundant Alternatives Health Care Staffing | Forest City | (828) 229-3092 | — |
| Access Community-Based Services | Spindale | (828) 245-3542 | — |
| All Ways Caring HomeCare | Forest City | (704) 559-8125 | — |
| Best Care Home Care, LLC | Rutherfordton | (828) 395-2245 | — |
| Harris Home Care, Inc. | Forest City | (828) 245-5244 | — |
| Healthy Touch Home Care,LLC | Forest City | (980) 363-5160 | — |
Medicare-certified home health
CMS Care Compare records, ordered by reported rating.
| Agency | City | Phone | CMS rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| Carolina Home Care | Spindale | - | 4 / 5 |
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