Paying for home health care services can be managed through various methods. Here are some common options:
Many families pay for home care services directly from their savings or income.
This type of insurance can cover home care services, depending on the policy.
In Georgia, Medicaid offers waivers like the Community Care Services Program (CCSP) and the Service Options Using Resources in a Community Environment (SOURCE) program, which can help cover the cost of home care.
Veterans and their spouses may qualify for benefits that can be used to pay for home care services.
Homeowners aged 62 and older can use a reverse mortgage to access the equity in their home to pay for care.
Some life insurance policies allow for accelerated death benefits or life settlements to pay for home care.
Georgia has various state-funded programs that can assist with home care costs.