Structured Family Caregiving
Family Care, Inc. is an approved Structured Family Caregiving (SFC) provider agency serving Eastern Georgia. SFC is a Georgia Medicaid program that provides financial support and professional oversight to eligible family members who care for their loved ones at home.
Supporting Georgia Families Who Provide In-Home Care
Structured Family Caregiving enables qualified individuals enrolled in Georgia's CCSP or SOURCE waiver programs to receive care from a family member while that caregiver receives:
- Financial compensation for providing care
- Training and ongoing education
- Support from registered nurses and care coordinators
- Access to respite care services
- Professional oversight and guidance
Important: This is a Medicaid-funded program with specific eligibility requirements. Not all families will qualify.
Eligibility Requirements
For the Person Receiving Care:
- Must be enrolled in Georgia Medicaid
- Must participate in CCSP or SOURCE waiver programs
- Must require a nursing home level of care
- Must choose to receive care in their home
- Must live with the family caregiver
For the Family Caregiver:
- Must live in the same home as the care recipient
- Must be related by blood or marriage (examples: daughter, son, grandchild, daughter-in-law, son-in-law)
- Cannot be: spouse, legal guardian, or parent of a minor child receiving care
- Must be at least 18 years old
- Cannot have any other employment
- Must pass a criminal background check
- Must complete required training (minimum 8 hours annually)
Important Information About Costs
- No cost to the caregiver for participating in SFC
- Care recipients may have cost-sharing obligations under their CCSP or SOURCE waiver program based on their income
- These cost-shares are determined by Medicaid, not by Family Care, Inc.
- We will clearly explain any potential costs during the eligibility process
This information is provided for educational purposes. Eligibility for Structured Family Caregiving is determined by Georgia Medicaid based on specific criteria. Family Care, Inc. is an approved SFC provider agency but does not make eligibility determinations. All services are subject to Medicaid rules and regulations.
Family Care, Inc. does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, disability, or age in admission, treatment, or participation in programs, services, and activities.
What Family Care, Inc. Provides as Your Structured Family Care (SFC) Agency
SFC Eligibility Assessment
We help determine if you meet SFC requirements and are eligible for financial compensation. You may qualify if you live with the person as the primary caregiver, are related biologically (e.g., daughter, grandson) or through marriage (e.g., daughter-in-law, son-in-law), and the person you care for is Georgia Medicaid-eligible and participates in the CCSP or SOURCE waiver program. Note that spouses of waiver participants or legal guardians are not eligible for compensation.
Caregiver Training & Qualification
We ensure all family caregivers are properly prepared and qualified to provide care. This includes comprehensive initial training tailored to your loved one's specific needs, ongoing education, and verification of all program requirements.
- Initial training based on your loved one's specific needs
- Annual training requirements (minimum 8 hours)
- Verification of all eligibility criteria
Ongoing Caregiver Support
SFC offers payment to alleviate financial pressure and allow caregivers to focus solely on caregiving in the shared home environment. This service also provides tailored support to help caregivers meet participants' existing needs and plan for future changes in their needs and capabilities. Additionally, SFC offers backup caregiver support or respite care, which allows caregivers to attend to other essential tasks, including self-care, while ensuring the participant's safety.
- Monthly visits from registered nurses
- Regular contact with care coordinators
- 24/7 access to nursing support for questions
- Web-based tools for care documentation
Quality Oversight
Family Care, as an SFC agency, is responsible for ensuring that caregivers are qualified and trained to carry out their assigned duties effectively. We also guarantee that caregivers respond to changes in the participants' needs and complete their tasks as needed. As required by Georgia, we provide caregivers with web-based support tools for tracking information, such as daily notes that can be shared between the caregiver, care coordinator, and others. Additionally, we employ registered nurses who are available to answer caregivers' questions about their duties and who, along with each participant's care coordinator, visit the participant's home at least once a month to ensure that their needs are being met satisfactorily.
- Regular monitoring to ensure quality care
- Coordination with the care recipient's medical team
- Documentation support and review
- Compliance with all Georgia Medicaid requirements
How to Get Started
Step 1: Initial Consultation
Contact us to discuss your situation and ask questions about the program. We provide information to help you make an informed decision.
Step 2: Eligibility Review
We'll review the eligibility requirements with you for both the caregiver and care recipient.
Step 3: Enrollment Process
If eligible, we'll support you through the enrollment process, working with your CCSP or SOURCE case manager.
Step 4: Training and Support
Once approved, complete required training and begin receiving our ongoing support services.
Frequently Asked Questions About Structured Family Caregiving
You may meet Structured Family Caregiving (SFC) requirements and be eligible for financial compensation if:
- You live with the person as the primary caregiver
- Are related biologically as a daughter, grandson, etc. or are related through marriage as a daughter-in-law, son-in-law, etc.
- The person you take care of is Georgia Medicaid-eligible and participates under the CCSP or SOURCE waiver program
Please note that spouses of waiver participants or legal guardians are not eligible for compensation. Our team can help you determine your eligibility and guide you through the application process.
Structured Family Caregiving (SFC) comprises three key elements:
- The caregiver-participant relationship - SFC is based on caregiving in a private home where both the caregiver and participant reside.
- Enabling caregivers to prioritize care - SFC offers financial compensation to alleviate financial pressure, allowing caregivers to focus on caregiving. It also provides tailored support to help meet current needs and plan for future changes, including backup caregiver support or respite care.
- Caregiver oversight - SFC caregivers are supported by agencies like Family Care, Inc. that ensure proper qualification and training. We provide web-based support tools for tracking information and employ registered nurses who are available to answer questions and make monthly home visits along with care coordinators.
Family Care, Inc. serves Eastern Georgia with offices in three primary locations:
- Our headquarters in Thomson (519 Mt. Pleasant Rd., Thomson, GA 30824)
- Watkinsville office (10A Simonton Bridge Rd., Watkinsville, GA 30677)
- Augusta office (2353 Wrightsboro Rd., Augusta, GA 30904)
From these locations, we provide our complete range of services including in-home caregiving, skilled nursing, and structured family caregiving throughout the surrounding communities of Eastern Georgia.
We are licensed to service Home Care and Structured Family Caregiving clients in the following counties: McDuffie, Burke, Columbia, Glascock, Hancock, Jefferson, Jenkins, Lincoln, Richmond, Screven, Taliaferro, Warren, Washington, Wilkes, Baldwin, Bibb, Crawford, Houston, Jones, Monroe, Peach, Pulaski, Putnam, Twiggs, Wilkinson, Banks, Dawson, Forsyth, Franklin, Habersham, Hall, Hart, Lumpkin, Rabun, Stephens, Towns, Union, White, Barrow, Clarke, Elbert, Greene, Jackson, Jasper, Madison, Morgan, Newton, Oconee, Oglethorpe, Walton, Bacon, Gwinnett, Rockdale, Appling, Bleckley, Candler, Dodge, Emanuel, Evans, Jeff Davis, Johnson, Laurens, Montgomery, Tattnall, Telfair, Toombs, Treutlen, Wayne, Wheeler, Wilcox, Bryan, Bulloch, Camden, Chatham, Effingham, Glynn, Liberty, Long, McIntosh
Family Care, Inc. is Georgia's oldest and most trusted privately owned in-home care company. We've been faithfully serving our Eastern Georgia community for over 30 years. Founded by a nurse and privately-owned since inception, our company has maintained a consistent commitment to treating both clients and staff with the utmost respect and dignity. Our decades of experience allow us to combine proven practices with cutting-edge technology, using data to inform our decisions and continually improve our services.
Family Care, Inc. offers comprehensive home care services including:
- Caregivers: Personal care assistance, medication management, transportation, companionship, homemaker services, and hospice support
- Skilled Nursing: Wound care, medication administration, disease management, health assessments and transitional care
- Adult Day Centers: Our Homeplace centers provide community activities, arts and crafts, fitness programs, and social events in a safe environment with nursing supervision
- Structured Family Caregiving: Support and financial assistance for family members who are caring for eligible loved ones at home
All our services are designed to enable those we serve to live fully with dignity and independence.
Fill out our form to learn about your Medicaid coverage options for Structured Family Caregiving.
Fill out our form to learn about your Medicaid coverage options for Structured Family Caregiving.
