GAPP is a Medicaid-funded program that provides in-home skilled nursing and personal care support to medically fragile children under the age of 21 in Georgia. The program is designed to help children receive the care they need while remaining in their homes with their families.
To be eligible for GAPP, a child must be under 21, a Georgia resident, eligible for Medicaid, and have a medical condition that requires skilled nursing or personal care support at home.
No! Unlike other Medicaid waiver programs in Georgia (like NOW and COMP), GAPP does not have a waitlist. If your child is eligible, they can begin receiving services as soon as they are approved.
The approval timeline can vary, but at Care Within Reach, we work diligently to get families approved as quickly as possible, often within 30 days.
Yes! The GAPP program allows parents, grandparents, and legal guardians to be paid for providing non-skilled personal care to their medically fragile children. You become an employee of Care Within Reach and receive a competitive hourly wage.
Parent caregivers are typically paid between $10 and $17 per hour, depending on the level of care required. The number of hours you can be paid for is determined by your child’s care plan.
No, you do not need to be a nurse or have any healthcare certifications. The Parent Caregiver Program is for providing non-skilled personal care, such as bathing, dressing, and feeding. We will provide you with the training you need.
For eligible families, GAPP services are fully funded by Medicaid. There is no out-of-pocket cost to you.
Care Within Reach serves families throughout the state of Georgia, with a focus on the Metro Atlanta area. Please contact us to confirm service availability in your area.
The first step is to schedule a free consultation with our team. We will discuss your family’s needs, explain the GAPP program, and help you determine if your child is eligible.
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