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Georgia Structured Family Caregiving (SFC) / SOURCE Waiver

Georgia offers Structured Family Caregiving through Careforth (formerly Trestle Health) and consumer-directed options under the SOURCE waiver. SFC provides a tax-free daily stipend ($40-$93/day) for live-in family caregivers providing 24-hour supervision. Family members can be hired as paid caregivers, but spouses are typically excluded from serving as paid attendants.

Georgia offers Structured Family Caregiving providing a tax-free daily stipend of $40-$93/day ($1,200-$2,800/month) for live-in family caregivers providing 24-hour supervision. Family members (but not spouses) can be hired. The SOURCE waiver also provides consumer-directed options. Waitlists are typical for waiver enrollment. SFC is administered through Careforth (formerly Trestle Health).

Some details for this program are still being verified. Check the official source for the most current information.

Eligibility

  • Household income at or below 300% of the Federal Poverty Level
  • Asset limit of $2,000
  • Care recipient must have a qualifying disability or need for assistance
  • Must be a resident of GA
  • Must be Medicaid-eligible
  • Must require a nursing facility level of care

Services

Georgia offers Structured Family Caregiving providing a tax-free daily stipend of $40-$93/day ($1,200-$2,800/month) for live-in family caregivers providing 24-hour supervision. Family members (but not spouses) can be hired. The SOURCE waiver also provides consumer-directed options. Waitlists are typical for waiver enrollment. SFC is administered through Careforth (formerly Trestle Health).

How to apply

Apply online or find more information at the official program page.

  • sfc-ga (companion): Georgia Structured Family Caregiving program