Agape Comfort Care Solutions
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Pediatric Care · Georgia Medicaid

Georgia Pediatric Program (GAPP)

Compassionate in-home pediatric nursing and personal care for medically fragile children across Georgia — helping your child receive the care they need in the comfort and safety of home.

No cost to qualified familiesMedicaid-fundedSpeak with a specialist · 470-666-5359

Agape Comfort Care Solutions provides skilled pediatric nursing and personal care services through Georgia's Pediatric Program (GAPP). We help medically fragile children thrive at home while supporting families through every step of the process — with warmth, clinical expertise, and genuine care.

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What is GAPP?

The Georgia Pediatric Program (GAPP) is a Georgia Medicaid program that provides medically necessary skilled nursing and personal care support for medically fragile children under the age of 21. Services are delivered in the home, helping children remain safely with their families while receiving the care they need.

Medicaid-Funded

Covered through Georgia Medicaid for qualified children.

In-Home Pediatric Care

Care delivered where your child is safest and happiest — home.

Skilled Nursing Available

Licensed nurses for complex, physician-ordered medical needs.

Personal Care Support

Hands-on help with bathing, feeding, mobility, and daily living.

No Cost to Qualified Families

Approved GAPP services come at no out-of-pocket cost.

Built Around Your Child

A care plan designed around your child’s unique needs.

Could Your Child Qualify for GAPP Services?

Your child may qualify for GAPP services if they:

  • Are under 21 years old
  • Have active Georgia Medicaid
  • Require ongoing skilled nursing or personal care assistance
  • Have physician-ordered medical services
  • Need help with daily living activities or medical monitoring at home
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Examples of Medical Needs

Children with conditions such as these may qualify, based on medical necessity:

Tracheostomy careG-tube feedingsSeizure disordersRespiratory conditionsOxygen dependencyMobility limitationsNeurological disordersDevelopmental disabilitiesComplex medical diagnoses

Medicaid Eligibility

Katie Beckett Waiver Information

The Katie Beckett pathway helps children qualify for Medicaid based on their medical needs rather than household income. This allows many families to access Medicaid-covered services even when they would not traditionally qualify financially.

If your child requires a level of care typically provided in a hospital or facility setting but can safely remain at home with the right support, they may qualify for Medicaid through the Katie Beckett pathway.

Need help understanding Medicaid or Katie Beckett eligibility? Our team can guide you through the entire process.

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GAPP Services We Provide

Skilled Nursing Services

Licensed, physician-ordered clinical care in the home.

  • Medication administration
  • Tracheostomy care
  • Ventilator monitoring
  • G-tube feedings
  • Respiratory treatments
  • Suctioning
  • Seizure monitoring
  • Vital-sign monitoring
  • Skilled assessments
  • Care coordination
  • Physician communication
  • Treatment-plan updates

Personal Care Support

Compassionate, hands-on help with everyday needs.

  • Bathing and hygiene assistance
  • Dressing and grooming
  • Feeding assistance
  • Mobility support
  • Positioning and transfers
  • Incontinence care
  • Assistance with daily living activities
  • Safety supervision
  • Linen changes and basic care support

Why Families Choose Agape Comfort Care

Personalized Pediatric Care

Every child receives a care plan tailored to their unique medical and developmental needs.

Compassionate, Family-Focused

We understand the emotional and physical demands families face caring for a medically complex child.

Experienced Clinical Support

We work closely with physicians, discharge planners, and families to ensure continuity of care.

The Comfort of Home

Your child receives medically necessary support in a familiar, nurturing environment.

Guidance Through the Process

We help families navigate referrals, documentation, authorizations, and every next step.

How to Get Started With GAPP

All GAPP services require prior authorization and physician documentation. Our team helps coordinate the process to make enrollment as smooth as possible.

01

Complete Our Referral Form

Tell us about your child. It takes just a few minutes and there is no obligation.

02

We Review Your Child’s Needs

Our pediatric team reviews the information and reaches out to learn more.

03

We Coordinate With Physicians & Medicaid

We gather documentation and work with your child’s providers and Medicaid.

04

Authorization & Care Planning

Once authorized, we build a personalized care plan with your family.

05

Services Begin at Home

Our compassionate caregivers and nurses start care in the comfort of your home.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is GAPP?
The Georgia Pediatric Program (GAPP) is a Georgia Medicaid program that provides medically necessary skilled nursing and personal care support for medically fragile children under the age of 21, delivered in the home so children can stay safely with their families.
Is there a cost to families?
No. Services approved through GAPP are covered by Georgia Medicaid, so there is no out-of-pocket cost to qualified families.
Does my child need Medicaid?
Yes — active Georgia Medicaid is generally required for GAPP eligibility. If your family does not qualify financially, the Katie Beckett pathway may still make your child eligible based on medical need. We are glad to help you understand your options.
Can care be provided at home?
Yes. GAPP is designed to help children receive skilled and personal care safely at home, in a familiar and comfortable environment.
How long does approval take?
Timelines vary depending on documentation and authorization requirements. The intake and evaluation process is often completed in about 30 days, and our team works to make it as smooth as possible.
Can parents be paid caregivers?
In many cases, yes. Parents and family members may be paid to provide non-skilled personal support services (PSS), such as help with daily activities, supervision, and safety. Skilled nursing tasks are provided separately by a licensed nurse, and a parent who is a nurse cannot provide skilled nursing to their own child under the program. We will walk you through what applies to your family.
Which children may not qualify?
Children whose needs are purely developmental or behavioral without medical complexity, who are fully independent in daily activities, who do not require ongoing medical intervention, or who are not enrolled in Medicaid may not qualify. Eligibility is based on medical necessity and supporting documentation.
How are care hours determined?
Hours are based on a combination of the physician’s plan of treatment, an in-home nursing assessment, recent medical records, and the child’s functional needs and required level of supervision.
Will GAPP affect SSI benefits?
GAPP provides medical services rather than income, so it typically does not directly affect SSI benefits. Changes in household circumstances can require review, so we recommend confirming specifics with Social Security.
What ages qualify?
Children and adolescents under 21 years old may qualify for GAPP services, based on medical necessity.

Let Agape Support Your Family

Our team is here to help your family navigate pediatric home care with compassion, professionalism, and personalized support. Complete the referral below and a pediatric care coordinator will reach out within one business day.

Your family's privacy comes first. For your security, we do not collect Social Security numbers or medical documents through this form. Our intake coordinator will gather anything sensitive with you directly through a secure channel during enrollment. Fields marked with * are required — everything else is optional.

About You

Tell us who is completing this referral so we know who to follow up with.

If you are referring on behalf of a hospital, practice, or agency.

Child's Information

Optional — we can also collect this securely during enrollment.

School

If the child is school-aged, this helps us plan care hours around their schedule.

Days Attended

IEP should be less than one year old.

Parent / Family Information

Emergency Contact & Custody

Child's Medical Information

Equipment the child uses
Therapies the child receives
Prescribed exercises

Physician Contacts

Nutrition & Feeding

Type of feeding

How Can We Help? (Services Requested)

Select everything you think the child may need. Nothing here is binding — it simply helps us prepare. Your care plan is finalized with a nurse.

Bathing
Ambulation (Walking Assistance)
Transferring
Toileting
Personal Care
Feeding
Nutritional Services
Medication Services
Skilled Nursing Services
Companionship
Light Housekeeping

Home & Caregiver Preferences

This helps us match the right nurse or caregiver and keep everyone safe.

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Preferred communication style

Prefer to talk it through first? Call our pediatric team at 470-666-5359 — available 24/7.