Founded in 1995, SouthernCare is one of the largest hospice care providers in the United States. The facility is a privately owned company that offers services to more than 5,500 patients every day. It maintains over 90 offices in nearly 12 U.S. states. The facility has approximately 2,500 employees, including registered nurses, case managers, social workers, home health aides and chaplains. Additionally, SouthernCare specializes in the treatment of terminal illnesses. The facility serves patients residing in private and group homes and assisted living and skilled nursing facilities. Headquartered in Birmingham, Ala., SouthernCare also maintains locations in Cartersville, Alpharetta, Moultrie, Vidalia and Macon, Ga.