What is the Georgia Elderly and Disabled Waiver Program?

The Georgia Medicaid Waiver program is designed to provide financial assistance to individuals with disabilities, the elderly, and other eligible recipients in need of long-term care services.

The program has several waivers, including the CCSP/SOURCE and ICWP programs, which provide home and community-based services to eligible individuals.

CCSP/SOURCE Program: The Community Care Services Program (CCSP) and Service Options Using Resources in a Community Environment (SOURCE) program provide home and community-based services to eligible individuals who require assistance with daily living activities. The services include personal support, home health, respite care, adult day care, and more. The CCSP/SOURCE program aims to help individuals remain in their homes and communities, rather than being institutionalized in a nursing home or other care facility.

ICWP Program: The Independent Care Waiver Program (ICWP) is another waiver program designed to assist individuals with disabilities who require significant support to live independently in their homes and communities. The program provides a range of services, including personal support, home modifications, assistive technology, and more. Eligibility for the CCSP/SOURCE and ICWP Programs: To be eligible for the CCSP/SOURCE and ICWP programs, applicants must meet the following criteria:

1. Be a Georgia resident

2. Have a medical condition that requires significant support to live independently

3. Meet the income and asset requirements for Medicaid eligibility

4. Be willing to receive services in their homes or community rather than being institutionalized

Case Management: Case management can be a valuable resource for individuals and families who are seeking to apply for the Medicaid Waiver program. Case managers are trained professionals who can help applicants navigate the application process and connect them with resources in the community. Case managers can help with the following:

1. Assessing eligibility: Case managers can review an applicant's medical and financial information to determine eligibility for the Medicaid Waiver program.

2. Developing a care plan: Once eligibility is established, the case manager can work with the applicant and their family to develop a personalized care plan that meets their needs.

3. Coordinating services: Case managers can help coordinate services such as home health, respite care, and adult day care to ensure that the individual receives the care they need.

4. Providing ongoing support: Case managers can provide ongoing support to the individual and their family to ensure that their needs are met and that they are satisfied with the care they are receiving.

EDWP Waiver: The Elderly and Disabled Waiver Program (EDWP) is another waiver program available through the Georgia Medicaid program. The EDWP program is designed to provide home and community-based services to eligible individuals who are elderly or disabled and require significant support to remain in their homes.

Case managers can also be helpful in assisting individuals and families in applying for the EDWP waiver. They can help with the eligibility assessment, developing a care plan, coordinating services, and providing ongoing support.

In conclusion, the Georgia Medicaid Waiver program provides vital assistance to eligible individuals who require significant support to live independently in their homes and communities.

The CCSP/SOURCE and ICWP programs, along with the EDWP waiver, offer a range of services that can help individuals remain in their homes and avoid institutionalization. Case management can be a valuable resource in assisting individuals and families in applying for and accessing these programs.

If you or a loved one requires long-term care services, consider reaching out to a Care Assurance case manager to learn more about the options available to you.