Question 1

Can I get paid to take care of my parent in Georgia?

Accepted Answer

Yes, in many cases. If your parent is enrolled in a Georgia Medicaid waiver (SOURCE for adults 60+, CCSP for adults with disabilities) and participant-directed services are included in their care plan, you may be eligible to be paid as their caregiver. Spouses generally cannot be paid under Georgia Medicaid rules, but adult children and other relatives often can.

Question 2

What is the SOURCE program in Georgia?

Accepted Answer

SOURCE (Service Options Using Resources in a Community Environment) is a Georgia Medicaid waiver for adults age 60 and older who would otherwise require nursing home level care. Eligible participants can receive in-home services — including participant-directed care where they choose their own caregiver.

Question 3

What is CCSP in Georgia?

Accepted Answer

CCSP (Community Care Services Program) is a Georgia Medicaid waiver for adults with disabilities. Like SOURCE, it allows eligible participants to direct their own care and choose who provides it, including family members.

Question 4

How do I apply to be a paid family caregiver in Georgia?

Accepted Answer

The first step is confirming your loved one is enrolled in SOURCE or CCSP and has participant-directed services approved in their care plan. Once approved, a Fiscal Intermediary like Joy Bridge Care enrolls the chosen caregiver as a W-2 employee and administers payroll. Contact Joy Bridge Care at (470) 567-0589 to start the process.

Question 5

What does a Fiscal Intermediary do for paid family caregivers?

Accepted Answer

A Fiscal Intermediary (FI) acts as the employer of record for caregivers paid through Medicaid waivers. The FI handles W-2 setup, payroll, tax withholding, Workers' Compensation coverage, timesheet submission, and compliance with Georgia Department of Community Health requirements — so families don't have to manage these obligations themselves.

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