Services We Provide
We proudly offer a comprehensive range of services—including GVRA, GAPP, Private Pay, and other community-based supports—designed to meet each person’s unique needs across all stages of life.
Georgia Pediatric Program
Georgia Pediatric Program (GAPP) is a Georgia Medicaid program designed to support medically fragile children under 21 years of age.
GAPP provides specialized in-home care and support services based on the child’s medical needs. Services may include:
– Skilled nursing care
– Personal support services
– Assistance with daily care and medical needs
GAPP allows children to receive necessary care in their own homes rather than in a nursing facility, helping to reduce hospital visits and unnecessary institutional care. This promotes a better quality of life for children with complex medical needs.
GAAP also supports children in remaining at home with their families while receiving the care they need. This focuses on providing safe, individualized, and family-centered care.
GVRA
The Georgia Vocational Rehabilitation Agency (GVRA) provides services to individuals with disabilities to support their employment goals. Services include:
– Helping individuals prepare for employment.
– Assisting individuals in obtaining employment.
– Supporting individuals in regaining employment when needed.
– Helping individuals maintain employment and achieve greater independence.
Private Pay
Private Pay refers to paying for services directly using an individual’s own personal resources. Also known as out-of-pocket payment or self-pay.
– Private Pay does not rely on insurance coverage or government-funded programs.
– Provides individuals with greater flexibility and choice when selecting services and providers.
– Services are not limited by insurance coverage requirements or government program restrictions.
– Allows individuals to choose services that may not be covered by insurance or government programs.
Example: A person may privately pay for specialized healthcare, personal care, or other services that are not covered through their insurance or Medicaid.
Long Term Care Insurance
Long-Term Care Insurance (LTC or LTCI) helps cover the cost of personal, custodial, and supportive care for individuals who are unable to perform daily activities independently. Coverage may apply to care provided in the individual’s home, community setting, assisted living facility, or other long-term care setting. LTC Insurance is designed to help pay for services that traditional health insurance and Medicare generally do not cover.
Services may include assistance with Activities of Daily Living (ADLs), such as:
– Bathing
– Dressing
– Eating
– Toileting
– Continence
– Transferring
– Walking or mobility
Long-term care may be needed due to chronic illness, disability, injury, or cognitive decline.
LTC Insurance can help provide financial protection and greater flexibility in choosing where and how care is received. Eligibility and covered services vary depending on the individual’s insurance policy and benefit requirements.
NOW/COMP Waiver Provider
NOW (New Options Waiver) and COMP (Comprehensive Supports Waiver) are Medicaid waiver programs. Programs are administered through the Georgia Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities (DBHDD). Services are based on each individual’s needs and Individual Service Plan (ISP).
About NOW & COMP Waiver Programs
Person-Centered Services
Providing individualized services designed to help individuals live as independently as possible.
Supporting individuals in participating in their communities and achieving their personal goals.
Respecting each individual’s choices, preferences, strengths, and unique needs.
Designed to promote
– Independence
– Personal choice
– Community participation
– Safety
– Quality of life
Our Committment
Providing compassionate and dependable support by working closely with individuals, families, and support teams while helping individuals reach their personal goals and maximize their independence.
Promoting meaningful community involvement and opportunities that ensure services are delivered with dignity, respect, and a person-centered approach.
Services We Provide
Nursing Services
Skilled nursing services provided to individuals who have medical needs requiring nursing care and oversight.
Services may include monitoring health conditions, administering medications and treatments, managing medical needs, and coordinating with healthcare providers.
Nursing services are provided according to the individual’s approved service plan and medical needs.
Community Living Supports (CLS)
Support provided to help individuals live safely and as independently as possible in their homes and communities.
Assistance may include personal care, daily living activities, meal preparation, medication reminders, household tasks, safety monitoring, and developing greater independence.
Services are tailored to the individual’s abilities, needs, preferences, and goals.
Community Access Individual (CAI)
Individualized support that helps a person participate in meaningful activities and experiences within their community.
May include support with community activities, socialization, recreation, volunteering, developing relationships, and building community connections.
The goal is to increase independence, participation, and inclusion in the community.
Respite Services
Temporary support provided to an individual to give their primary caregiver a planned or necessary break from caregiving responsibilities.
Respite may be provided in the individual’s home or another approved setting.
Services are designed to maintain the individual’s health, safety, and well-being while providing relief to the caregiver.
Specialized Medical Supplies (SMS)
Specialized supplies and equipment necessary to support an individual’s health, safety, and ability to remain in their home or community.
Supplies are based on the individual’s assessed needs and approved through the appropriate waiver process.
Examples may include medically necessary supplies or specialized items that are not otherwise available through other resources.
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