Georgia
Community Care Services Program (CCSP)
Self-directed care programs in Georgia that let you choose your own personal assistant or pay a family member as your caregiver.
Community Care Services Program
Waitlist ActivePA Hourly Rate
$12.00 - $16.00
per hour
Monthly Benefit
$800 - $2,500
estimated range
What You Can & Can't Do
What You Can Do
- Hire a family member (not spouse) as your caregiver
- Receive personal support, homemaker, and companion services
- Access adult day health and respite care services
- Get home-delivered meals through the program
- Use an emergency response system
- Request reassessment if your care needs change
What You Can't Do
- Hire your spouse as a paid caregiver
- Receive services if you don't meet nursing facility level of care
- Use CCSP funds for medical procedures or skilled nursing
- Live in a nursing facility while receiving CCSP services
- Transfer your authorized services to another person
- Begin services until a waitlist slot becomes available
How to Apply
Apply for Georgia Medicaid
Contact the Division of Family and Children Services (DFCS) to apply for Medicaid at (877) 423-4746.
Request CCSP referral
Call the Georgia Aging & Disability Resource Connection at (866) 552-4464 for a referral.
Complete pre-screening
Answer pre-screening questions to determine preliminary eligibility for CCSP services.
Undergo comprehensive assessment
A case manager conducts an in-home assessment to evaluate your level of care needs.
Waitlist placement
If eligible, you may be placed on the CCSP waitlist. You'll be contacted when a slot opens.
Develop care plan
Work with your case manager to create a person-centered care plan with specific services and hours.
Enroll your caregiver
Your chosen caregiver must complete enrollment, including background check and any required training.
PA Documents & Requirements
What your personal assistant needs to get started in Georgia
Government-issued photo ID
Valid identification for employment verification
Social Security card
For payroll and tax reporting purposes
W-4 tax withholding form
Federal tax withholding
I-9 Employment Eligibility
Work authorization documentation
Georgia criminal background check
GCIC background investigation clearance
National sex offender registry check
Clearance from the national registry
Direct deposit form
Banking information for electronic payment
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the CCSP in Georgia?
The Community Care Services Program provides home and community-based services to elderly and disabled individuals who would otherwise require nursing home care. It includes an option for consumer-directed services.
Can a family member be my caregiver in Georgia?
Yes. Family members can be hired as caregivers under CCSP. However, spouses are not eligible to be paid caregivers.
Is there a waitlist for CCSP?
Yes. Georgia's CCSP program has an active waitlist. Wait times vary by region and can range from months to over a year.
What's the age requirement for CCSP?
You must be 18 or older, enrolled in Georgia Medicaid, and meet the nursing facility level of care criteria.
How are CCSP services determined?
A case manager conducts a comprehensive assessment covering your physical, mental, and social needs. Based on results, a care plan is developed specifying the services and hours you'll receive.
What services does CCSP cover?
CCSP covers personal support services, homemaker services, home-delivered meals, adult day health, respite care, emergency response systems, and more.
Ready to check your eligibility?
Answer a few questions and we'll tell you if you qualify for Georgia's CCSP program.