Georgia Pediatric Program for Children (GAPP)

At Aajo Healthcare, we specialize in customizing our services to align with the unique preferences and requirements of each individual client. Understanding the diversity among our clients, we prioritize meeting their personal needs with utmost dedication. With a strong commitment to flexibility, we diligently collaborate to develop personalized care plans and schedules that perfectly cater to each person’s specific needs and preferences.

GAPP In-Home Nursing Services

Skilled nursing and personal care services provided under GAPP include:

  • Assistance with daily living activities
    • Bathing
    • Meals
    • Housekeeping
  • Monitoring vital signs such as blood pressure, pulse, respiration & temperature
  • Assistance with ambulation & transfers
  • IV therapies
  • Wound care
  • Tube feedings
  • Gastrointestinal disorders
  • And More

What is GAPP who is Eligible?

Georgia Pediatric Program is a Medicaid/Katie Beckett program that provides FREE or AT NO COST services to medically fragile children under the age of 21 in need of skilled nursing care and personal care support, in their homes. Services are approved based on the child’s medical needs, and families who are eligible for Medicaid can apply for GAPP at any time.

Can I qualify if I do not meet the Medicaid Income Requirement?

Yes. Katie Beckett Waiver, or Deeming Waiver, is an eligibility category for Medicaid for children under the age of 18. The Katie Beckett Waiver takes parents’ income out of the picture and bases the decision on the child’s needs. If the child qualifies for the Katie Beckett Waiver, they become eligible for services available under the regular state Medicaid plan.

What is the GAPP Approval Process?

Skilled nursing and personal care services provided under GAPP include:

  • Aajo Care coordinator sits down with you to complete initial paper work.
  • You authorize us by signing Consent Form to obtain relevant medical records.
    • Evaluate Initial qualifying criteria
  • Qualifying documents are sent to GAPP for approval
  • The GAPP Decision Team determines eligibility
  • GAPP and Aajo Healthcare contacts family with decision
  • Home or Nursing Care starts with your loved one based on approval.
  • It takes 30 to 60 days to go through the approval process. Once approved, your loved one will start receiving care immediately.