When visiting your local court house, it should be remembered that most counties kept a record of poor people and the cost thereof. A search through these old books usually yields a list of names. Other than that, there are other means. Here is a List of the Collection on Georgia Pioneers:
Abram Widow's Home, Chatham County, 1860
Douglas County Paupers 1871-1890
Emanuel County Poor House, 1835 or 1853
Savannah Poor House and Hospital, 1850 and 1860
The Constitution (newspapers) 1885-1900
NEW additions to Effingham County - Images of Estates, Wills, Guardianships, Marriages, Book B, 1798 to 1802