The questions families ask us most.

The Georgia Pediatric Program (GAPP) is a Georgia Medicaid program that provides medically necessary skilled nursing and personal care services to eligible children under age 21 in their homes and communities.

GAPP is available to qualifying Georgia Medicaid members under age 21 who meet applicable medical and program requirements. We serve eligible children and young adults up to age 20.

We support children with a wide range of complex medical and functional needs, including muscular dystrophy, cerebral palsy, spina bifida, epilepsy, traumatic brain injury, neuromuscular and genetic disorders, respiratory conditions, tracheostomy or feeding-tube dependence, and other conditions requiring skilled nursing or personal care.

Don’t see your child’s diagnosis? Contact us. This list is not exhaustive.

Absolutely. You don’t need to determine eligibility on your own. Tell us about your child’s needs and we’ll help you understand whether GAPP may be an option and what the next step looks like.

No cost to eligible families. Approved GAPP services are provided through Georgia Medicaid for eligible children.

We provide pediatric skilled nursing, personal care support, and family-caregiver support through our Village Care Program. We also help families navigate the GAPP process.

Depending on your child’s approved needs, skilled nursing may include medication administration, feeding or feeding-tube support, respiratory care, tracheostomy care, monitoring, and other physician-ordered nursing services.

Personal Care Support may include assistance with bathing, dressing, grooming, eating, toileting, mobility, personal hygiene, and other approved daily activities.

Depending on your child’s individual needs and authorized services, they may receive both. We’ll help your family understand what services may be appropriate and what is approved.

Yes, in qualifying circumstances. If you’re already providing much of your child’s care, you may be able to be paid for approved personal care services through our Village Care Program.

No, not for approved personal care services. Applicable caregiver training, onboarding, and program requirements still apply, and we’ll guide you through them.

That’s exactly why Village Care may be worth exploring. You already know your child’s routines, needs, and preferences. We’ll help you understand whether your existing caregiving role may qualify for the program.

Start with a conversation. Tell us about your child, their needs, and your family’s situation. We’ll help you understand the GAPP process and the next steps.

We’ll tell you what applies to your situation. Information may include Medicaid information, medical history, current care needs, healthcare-provider information, and supporting documentation.

We’ll work with your family to prepare for care, complete required onboarding, coordinate the appropriate services, and establish a plan for beginning care at home.