Answer a few plain-English questions and we'll map which Georgia programs your child may qualify for, and exactly what to do next.
Most Georgia families never learn there's a program (Katie Beckett) that ignores parents' income completely, or that the SSI formula is far more forgiving than the number you saw online. This tool walks the same decision tree a benefits navigator would.
Everything stays on this page, nothing is submitted until you choose to.
Check everything that applies. This helps estimate whether your child may meet the "institutional level of care" standard that Katie Beckett and GAPP look for.
GAPP in-home nursing is for children with documented skilled-care needs. This helps us point you to the right program.
Savings accounts, investments, or property titled to the child. (ABLE accounts don't count.)
Family size changes every limit, and each additional child actually shields some of your income in the SSI formula.
Count a stepparent as a second parent if they live in the home.
Brothers and sisters, not counting the child we're finding a path for.
SSI has a parent asset limit, but your house, a car, and 401(k)/IRA accounts are excluded. Only checking/savings, extra vehicles, investments, etc. count.
Use gross monthly amounts (before taxes come out). That's what the programs actually look at, and it's why the "real" limits are more forgiving than most families expect.
Paychecks and self-employment, before taxes. Combine both parents if two are in the home. Tip: pre-tax 401(k) contributions already reduce this number.
Unemployment, SSDI, workers' comp, pension, alimony received. Enter 0 if none.
Only support paid for this specific child. Enter 0 if none. (Only ⅔ of it counts in the SSI formula.)
Important: This tool is an educational estimate only, using 2026 published figures. It is not an application, an eligibility determination, or legal, financial, or medical advice. Only Georgia DFCS, DCH, and the Social Security Administration can determine eligibility. Program rules and dollar limits change. HeartPath Home Care helps families navigate the process; approval decisions are made solely by the state and federal agencies. If a benefits counselor or special-needs attorney is right for your situation, we'll tell you so.