Georgia Pediatric Program (GAPP) In-Home Nursing
Georgia Pediatric Program (GAPP) in-home nursing helps eligible children and young adults under age 21 receive medically necessary skilled nursing and personal support at home through Georgia Medicaid. Greater Living Home Care helps families understand the process and build an individualized care plan for program review.
Authorized GAPP services are based on each child’s medical needs and may include medication administration, tracheostomy care, G-tube care, respiratory treatments, suctioning, vital-sign monitoring, mobility assistance, and help with daily living activities.
Greater Living Home Care is a state-licensed Georgia home health agency and Medicaid-approved GAPP provider operating under Georgia Department of Community Health oversight. Care is delivered by appropriately licensed professionals, with supervisory nursing visits and ongoing documentation to support quality and safety.
Is your child younger than 21?
Does your child need assistance with feeding, incontinence, transfer, bathing, etc.?
Is your child covered by Medicaid?
If so, your child may be able to get in-home care.
GAPP Provides the
Following Services to Children and Young People in Need of in-home Care:
GAPP Eligibility FAQs
Who may qualify for GAPP in-home nursing? A child must generally be under age 21, live in Georgia, have Georgia Medicaid, and have medical or personal-support needs that meet program requirements. Final eligibility and authorized service hours depend on medical-necessity and program review.
Does GAPP cost families anything? For eligible members, authorized GAPP services are covered through Georgia Medicaid with no out-of-pocket cost to the family. Coverage depends on Medicaid eligibility and program authorization.
How can a family start the GAPP process? Contact Greater Living Home Care to request a free initial assessment. Our team can explain the required information, help develop a care plan, and support the application process. Request a free GAPP eligibility assessment or call 912-446-5838. Greater Living cannot guarantee approval; final decisions are made through the applicable Georgia Medicaid review process.
The Georgia Pediatric Program (GAPP) is a Georgia Medicaid program that provides skilled nursing care and personal care support to medically fragile children under the age of 21. GAPP allows eligible children to receive these services in their own homes — rather than in a nursing home or other institutional setting — at no out-of-pocket cost to families.
Greater Living Home Care is a licensed, Medicaid-approved GAPP provider serving families across Georgia.
Why Families Choose GAPP
GAPP offers meaningful benefits to medically fragile children and their families:
- Improved quality of life: Children remain at home, surrounded by family, rather than in an institutional setting. This has a direct and measurable impact on emotional well-being and development.
- Reduced stress for caregivers: GAPP provides families with consistent, professional support so parents and caregivers can focus on their child’s overall well-being rather than managing complex medical tasks alone.
- No cost to families: All GAPP services are fully covered by Georgia Medicaid. There is no out-of-pocket expense, no copay, and no cost-sharing for eligible families.
Does Your Child Qualify?
If your child meets all three criteria, they may be eligible for free in-home care through GAPP.
To receive GAPP services, a child must:
- Be under 21 years of age
- Be a resident of Georgia
- Be enrolled