We are a certified GAPP provider helping families access Georgia's Medicaid-funded pediatric nursing and personal care program — so your child can thrive at home, surrounded by love.
The Georgia Pediatric Program (GAPP) is a Medicaid-funded program administered by the Georgia Department of Community Health (DCH). It provides in-home skilled nursing care and personal care services for children under 21 with complex medical needs who would otherwise require hospitalization or institutional care.
GAPP allows families to keep their medically fragile children at home while receiving the skilled medical care they need — maintaining comfort, family bonds, and quality of life.
GAPP services are covered by Georgia Medicaid at no cost to eligible families. Parental income does not affect eligibility when applying through the Katie Beckett Waiver.
Georgia Department of Community Health (DCH), with prior authorizations reviewed by Alliant Health Solutions.
Medically fragile children under 21 who are Georgia Medicaid recipients requiring skilled nursing or personal care support at home.
GAPP services are fully covered by Georgia Medicaid — there is no cost to eligible families. We help you navigate the entire application process.
Typically 30–90 days from initial application. Complete documentation, including physician letters of medical necessity, helps speed up the process.
Skilled Nursing at Home
Compassionate Family Support
Licensed nurses providing in-home medical care for children with complex needs — including ventilator/oxygen management, wound care, IV therapy, gastrostomy tube care, and more.
Assistance with bathing, grooming, dressing, feeding, mobility, and daily living activities — delivered with gentleness, dignity, and deep respect for your child.
Specialized care for children who are respirator- or oxygen-dependent, ensuring continuous safe monitoring in the home environment.
Planned caregiver breaks so parents can rest and recharge — ensuring sustainable long-term care without burnout.
Working alongside therapists and medical teams, our caregivers support your child's daily developmental routines and meaningful activities.
We help families navigate GAPP paperwork, coordinate with physicians for letters of medical necessity, and communicate with Medicaid on your behalf.
The child must be enrolled in Georgia Medicaid under the most advantageous coverage category — including SSI, Family Medicaid, or ABD Medicaid.
GAPP serves medically fragile children and young adults from infancy up to their 21st birthday.
The child must demonstrate the same level of care necessary for admission to a hospital or skilled nursing facility.
All GAPP services require prior authorization from Alliant Health Solutions or the child's Care Management Organization. We assist families with this process.
The Katie Beckett Waiver is a special Medicaid eligibility pathway for children under 18 with disabilities. Crucially, it takes parental income out of the picture — eligibility is based entirely on the child's medical needs.
This means families who earn too much to qualify for regular Medicaid may still access GAPP services for their child through this waiver.
Not sure if your child qualifies? Contact us — we'll help you understand your options at no cost.
Call or message us. We'll discuss your child's needs and determine if GAPP may be a fit.
We confirm your child's Medicaid eligibility and help apply for the Katie Beckett Waiver if needed.
We coordinate with your child's physician for letters of medical necessity and required paperwork.
Once approved (typically 30–90 days), our skilled nurses begin care in your home.
At A Heart for Care, our people are the heart of everything we do. We are actively looking for compassionate, dedicated professionals who want to make a real difference in the lives of our clients and their families.
Whether you're an experienced nurse or a caregiver with a passion for helping others, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply Now →Provide skilled in-home nursing care for medically complex clients including GAPP pediatric patients. GA RN license required.
Support patients with skilled nursing tasks under RN supervision in a meaningful home-based setting.
Assist clients with daily living and companionship. No nursing license required — just a caring heart.
Our team is ready to walk you through every step of the GAPP process — from eligibility to your child's first care visit.