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Georgia ADRC (Aging & Disability Resource Connection)
Entry point for aging/disability resources and referrals.
Georgia
Georgia resources for caregivers
These are Georgia entry points for caregiver support & respite, long-term services and supports, job-related leave options, safety reporting, and benefits portals. (Official sources when possible.)
Status: Draft — please verify links before publishing.
Last reviewed: Feb 8, 2026
Caregiver supportSupport
Caregiver programs (Georgia)
Caregiver support and education programs coordinated through Georgia’s aging services network.
RespiteBreaks
Respite options
Respite availability varies locally. Start with Georgia caregiver programs and use the national locator.
Medicaid LTSSWaivers
Medicaid waivers (LTSS)
Overview of Georgia Medicaid waiver programs (criteria apply).
Self-directedGetting paid
Independent Care Waiver Program (ICWP)
Participant-managed services for certain individuals (criteria apply).
Work & leaveJob support
Job-protected leave (FMLA)
Federal Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) overview and guidance.
Benefits portalApply
Georgia Gateway: apply for benefits
Online portal to apply/manage benefits (including Medicaid, SNAP, TANF).
SafetyAPS
Adult Protective Services (APS)
Report suspected abuse, neglect, or exploitation of vulnerable adults.
Long-term careOmbudsman
Long-Term Care Ombudsman (GA)
Advocacy and complaint assistance for residents of nursing homes and other long-term care settings.